Pléioné

28 Tau

Pléioné is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Taurus. It carries the designation 28 Tau.

Located approximately 381.9 light-years from Earth, Pléioné resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.05, Pléioné 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 -0.082.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) -0,082

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +5.05
Magnitude Absolue -0,29
Distance 382 ly
Constellation Taurus

Position

Ascension droite 3h 49,19m
Déclinaison 24° 8,20′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is Pléioné?
Pléioné is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Pléioné from Earth?
Pléioné is approximately 381.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Pléioné with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.05, Pléioné is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Pléioné in?
Pléioné is located in the constellation Taurus.