60 Cet
60 Cet
60 Cet is a A-type (White) star. It carries the designation 60 Cet.
Located approximately 280.9 light-years from Earth, 60 Cet resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
60 Cet is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.42, 60 Cet 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 +0.146.
Propriedades físicas
| Classe Espectral | Class A — A-type (White) |
| Índice de cor (B−V) | 0,146 |
Observação
| Magnitude Aparente | +5.42 |
| Magnitude Absoluta | 0,74 |
| Distância | 281 ly |
Posição
| Ascensão reta | 2h 3,19m |
| Declinação | 0° 7,71′ |
Perguntas frequentes
What type of star is 60 Cet?
60 Cet is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 60 Cet from Earth?
60 Cet is approximately 280.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 60 Cet with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.42, 60 Cet is visible to the naked eye.