Eta1TrA

Eta1TrA

Eta1TrA is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation Eta1TrA.

Located approximately 661.6 light-years from Earth, Eta1TrA resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

Eta1TrA is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.89, Eta1TrA sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.078.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) -0,078

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +5.89
Magnitude Absolue -0,65
Distance 662 ly

Position

Ascension droite 16h 41,39m
Déclinaison -68° 17,77′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is Eta1TrA?
Eta1TrA is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Eta1TrA from Earth?
Eta1TrA is approximately 661.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Eta1TrA with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.89, Eta1TrA is visible to the naked eye.