12 Tau
12 Tau
12 Tau is a G-type (Yellow) star located in the constellation Taurus. It carries the designation 12 Tau.
Located approximately 371.9 light-years from Earth, 12 Tau resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
12 Tau is classified as a spectral class G star (G-type (Yellow)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.55, 12 Tau 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 yellow hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.931.
Propriedades físicas
| Classe Espectral | Class G — G-type (Yellow) |
| Índice de cor (B−V) | 0,931 |
Observação
| Magnitude Aparente | +5.55 |
| Magnitude Absoluta | 0,26 |
| Distância | 372 ly |
| Constelação | Taurus |
Posição
| Ascensão reta | 3h 39,85m |
| Declinação | 3° 3,41′ |
Perguntas frequentes
What type of star is 12 Tau?
12 Tau is a Class G — G-type (Yellow) star.
How far is 12 Tau from Earth?
12 Tau is approximately 371.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 12 Tau with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.55, 12 Tau is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 12 Tau in?
12 Tau is located in the constellation Taurus.