Acrux
Alp1Cru
Acrux is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Crux. It carries the designation Alp1Cru.
Located approximately 322.0 light-years from Earth, Acrux resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
Acrux is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
Acrux has an apparent magnitude of +0.77, making it a bright and prominent star that is readily visible to the naked eye. It is one of the more conspicuous stars in its region of the sky. Observers will note its blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.243.
Propriedades físicas
| Classe Espectral | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Índice de cor (B−V) | -0,243 |
Observação
| Magnitude Aparente | +0.77 |
| Magnitude Absoluta | -4,20 |
| Distância | 322 ly |
| Constelação | Crux |
Posição
| Ascensão reta | 12h 26,60m |
| Declinação | -63° 5,95′ |
Perguntas frequentes
What type of star is Acrux?
Acrux is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Acrux from Earth?
Acrux is approximately 322.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Acrux with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 0.77, Acrux is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Acrux in?
Acrux is located in the constellation Crux.