Kap Eri

Kap Eri

Kap Eri is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation Kap Eri.

Located approximately 508.0 light-years from Earth, Kap Eri resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +4.24, Kap Eri 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 hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.136.

Физические свойства

Спектральный класс B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Показатель цвета (B−V) -0,136

Наблюдение

Видимая звёздная величина +4.24
Абсолютная звёздная величина -1,72
Расстояние 508 ly

Положение

Прямое восхождение 2h 26,99m
Склонение -47° 42,23′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is Kap Eri?
Kap Eri is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Kap Eri from Earth?
Kap Eri is approximately 508.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Kap Eri with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.24, Kap Eri is visible to the naked eye.