Kap Eri

Kap Eri

Kap Eri is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation Kap Eri.

Located approximately 508.0 light-years from Earth, Kap Eri resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +4.24, Kap Eri 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 -0.136.

물리적 특성

분광형 B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
색지수 (B−V) -0.136

관측

겉보기 등급 +4.24
절대 등급 -1.72
거리 508 ly

위치

적경 2h 26.99m
적위 -47° 42.23′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is Kap Eri?
Kap Eri is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Kap Eri from Earth?
Kap Eri is approximately 508.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Kap Eri with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.24, Kap Eri is visible to the naked eye.