Shaula

35Lam Sco

Shaula is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Scorpius. It carries the designation 35Lam Sco.

Located approximately 571.2 light-years from Earth, Shaula resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

Shaula has an apparent magnitude of +1.62, 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 -0.231.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Índice de cor (B−V) -0,231

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +1.62
Magnitude Absoluta -4,60
Distância 571 ly
Constelação Scorpius

Posição

Ascensão reta 17h 33,61m
Declinação -37° 6,23′

Perguntas frequentes

What type of star is Shaula?
Shaula is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Shaula from Earth?
Shaula is approximately 571.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Shaula with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 1.62, Shaula is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Shaula in?
Shaula is located in the constellation Scorpius.