51The Vir
51The Vir
51The Vir is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Virgo. It carries the designation 51The Vir.
Located approximately 315.7 light-years from Earth, 51The Vir resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
51The Vir is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +4.38, 51The Vir 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 -0.008.
Propriedades físicas
| Classe Espectral | Class A — A-type (White) |
| Índice de cor (B−V) | -0,008 |
Observação
| Magnitude Aparente | +4.38 |
| Magnitude Absoluta | -0,55 |
| Distância | 316 ly |
| Constelação | Virgo |
Posição
| Ascensão reta | 13h 9,95m |
| Declinação | -5° 32,34′ |
Perguntas frequentes
What type of star is 51The Vir?
51The Vir is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 51The Vir from Earth?
51The Vir is approximately 315.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 51The Vir with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.38, 51The Vir is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 51The Vir in?
51The Vir is located in the constellation Virgo.