46 Tau

46 Tau

46 Tau is a F-type (Yellow-White) star located in the constellation Taurus. It carries the designation 46 Tau.

Located approximately 118.5 light-years from Earth, 46 Tau resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

46 Tau is classified as a spectral class F star (F-type (Yellow-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.29, 46 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 white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.366.

Физические свойства

Спектральный класс Class F — F-type (Yellow-White)
Показатель цвета (B−V) 0,366

Наблюдение

Видимая звёздная величина +5.29
Абсолютная звёздная величина 2,49
Расстояние 119 ly
Созвездие Taurus

Положение

Прямое восхождение 4h 13,55m
Склонение 7° 42,96′

Часто задаваемые вопросы

What type of star is 46 Tau?
46 Tau is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is 46 Tau from Earth?
46 Tau is approximately 118.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 46 Tau with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.29, 46 Tau is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 46 Tau in?
46 Tau is located in the constellation Taurus.