Mérope

23 Tau

Mérope is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Taurus. It carries the designation 23 Tau.

Located approximately 380.1 light-years from Earth, Mérope resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +4.14, Mérope 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 -0.051.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) -0,051

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +4.14
Magnitude Absolue -1,19
Distance 380 ly
Constellation Taurus

Position

Ascension droite 3h 46,33m
Déclinaison 23° 56,90′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is Mérope?
Mérope is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Mérope from Earth?
Mérope is approximately 380.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Mérope with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.14, Mérope is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Mérope in?
Mérope is located in the constellation Taurus.