Lam Cru

Lam Cru

Lam Cru is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Crux. It carries the designation Lam Cru.

Located approximately 383.7 light-years from Earth, Lam Cru resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +4.62, Lam Cru 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 -0.153.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) -0,153

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +4.62
Magnitude Absolue -0,73
Distance 384 ly
Constellation Crux

Position

Ascension droite 12h 54,65m
Déclinaison -59° 8,80′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is Lam Cru?
Lam Cru is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Lam Cru from Earth?
Lam Cru is approximately 383.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Lam Cru with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.62, Lam Cru is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Lam Cru in?
Lam Cru is located in the constellation Crux.