5Rho Oph

5Rho Oph

5Rho Oph is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation 5Rho Oph.

Located approximately 361.2 light-years from Earth, 5Rho Oph resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

5Rho Oph is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +4.57, 5Rho Oph 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-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.227.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Índice de cor (B−V) 0,227

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +4.57
Magnitude Absoluta -0,65
Distância 361 ly

Posição

Ascensão reta 16h 25,59m
Declinação -23° 26,83′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 5Rho Oph?
5Rho Oph is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 5Rho Oph from Earth?
5Rho Oph is approximately 361.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 5Rho Oph with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.57, 5Rho Oph is visible to the naked eye.