8 Lep
8 Lep
8 Lep is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation 8 Lep.
At a distance of roughly 1,647 light-years, 8 Lep is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
8 Lep is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.25, 8 Lep 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 -0.219.
物理的特性
| スペクトル型 | B Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| 色指数 (B−V) | -0.219 |
観測
| 見かけの等級 | +5.25 |
| 絶対等級 | -3.27 |
| 距離 | 1,647 ly |
位置
| 赤経 | 5h 23.50m |
| 赤緯 | -13° 55.64′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is 8 Lep?
8 Lep is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 8 Lep from Earth?
8 Lep is approximately 1,647.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 8 Lep with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.25, 8 Lep is visible to the naked eye.