88 Tau

88 Tau

88 Tau is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Taurus. It carries the designation 88 Tau.

Located approximately 156.2 light-years from Earth, 88 Tau resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

88 Tau is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +4.25, 88 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-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.184.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral A Class A — A-type (White)
Índice de cor (B−V) 0,184

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +4.25
Magnitude Absoluta 0,85
Distância 156 ly
Constelação Taurus

Posição

Ascensão reta 4h 35,65m
Declinação 10° 9,65′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 88 Tau?
88 Tau is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 88 Tau from Earth?
88 Tau is approximately 156.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 88 Tau with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.25, 88 Tau is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 88 Tau in?
88 Tau is located in the constellation Taurus.