Rho Oct

Rho Oct

Rho Oct is a A-type (White) star. It carries the designation Rho Oct.

Located approximately 215.7 light-years from Earth, Rho Oct resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

Rho Oct is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.57, Rho Oct 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-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.118.

भौतिक गुण

वर्णक्रम वर्ग A Class A — A-type (White)
रंग सूचकांक (B−V) 0.118

प्रेक्षण

आभासी परिमाण +5.57
निरपेक्ष परिमाण 1.47
दूरी 216 ly

स्थिति

दक्षिणांश 15h 43.27m
दिगंश -84° 27.92′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is Rho Oct?
Rho Oct is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is Rho Oct from Earth?
Rho Oct is approximately 215.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Rho Oct with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.57, Rho Oct is visible to the naked eye.