59Chi Tau
59Chi Tau
59Chi Tau is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Taurus. It carries the designation 59Chi Tau.
Located approximately 291.2 light-years from Earth, 59Chi Tau resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
59Chi Tau is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.38, 59Chi 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 blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.041.
Propriedades físicas
| Classe Espectral | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Índice de cor (B−V) | -0,041 |
Observação
| Magnitude Aparente | +5.38 |
| Magnitude Absoluta | 0,63 |
| Distância | 291 ly |
| Constelação | Taurus |
Posição
| Ascensão reta | 4h 22,58m |
| Declinação | 25° 37,76′ |
Perguntas frequentes
What type of star is 59Chi Tau?
59Chi Tau is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 59Chi Tau from Earth?
59Chi Tau is approximately 291.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 59Chi Tau with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.38, 59Chi Tau is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 59Chi Tau in?
59Chi Tau is located in the constellation Taurus.