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.