Régulus
32Alp Leo
Régulus is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Leo. It carries the designation 32Alp Leo.
Located approximately 79.3 light-years from Earth, Régulus resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
Régulus is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
Régulus has an apparent magnitude of +1.36, making it a bright and prominent star that is readily visible to the naked eye. It is one of the more conspicuous stars in its region of the sky. Observers will note its blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.087.
Propriétés physiques
| Classe Spectrale | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Indice de couleur (B−V) | -0,087 |
Observation
| Magnitude Apparente | +1.36 |
| Magnitude Absolue | -0,57 |
| Distance | 79.3 ly |
| Constellation | Leo |
Position
| Ascension droite | 10h 8,37m |
| Déclinaison | 11° 58,03′ |
Questions fréquentes
What type of star is Régulus?
Régulus is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Régulus from Earth?
Régulus is approximately 79.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Régulus with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 1.36, Régulus is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Régulus in?
Régulus is located in the constellation Leo.