Alp Pyx

Alp Pyx

Alp Pyx is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation Alp Pyx.

Located approximately 879.1 light-years from Earth, Alp Pyx resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

Alp Pyx is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +3.68, Alp Pyx is visible to the naked eye under reasonably clear skies. It may require dark-sky conditions to be seen comfortably in areas with significant light pollution. Observers will note its blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.180.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) -0,180

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +3.68
Magnitude Absolue -3,47
Distance 879 ly

Position

Ascension droite 8h 43,59m
Déclinaison -33° 11,18′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is Alp Pyx?
Alp Pyx is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Alp Pyx from Earth?
Alp Pyx is approximately 879.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Alp Pyx with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 3.68, Alp Pyx is visible to the naked eye.