Lam CMa
Lam CMa
Lam CMa is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Canis Major. It carries the designation Lam CMa.
Located approximately 423.6 light-years from Earth, Lam CMa resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
Lam CMa is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +4.47, Lam CMa 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 -0.169.
Propriétés physiques
| Classe Spectrale | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Indice de couleur (B−V) | -0,169 |
Observation
| Magnitude Apparente | +4.47 |
| Magnitude Absolue | -1,10 |
| Distance | 424 ly |
| Constellation | Canis Major |
Position
| Ascension droite | 6h 28,17m |
| Déclinaison | -32° 34,80′ |
Questions fréquentes
What type of star is Lam CMa?
Lam CMa is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Lam CMa from Earth?
Lam CMa is approximately 423.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Lam CMa with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.47, Lam CMa is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Lam CMa in?
Lam CMa is located in the constellation Canis Major.