Zet Cru

Zet Cru

Zet Cru is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Crux. It carries the designation Zet Cru.

Located approximately 357.6 light-years from Earth, Zet Cru resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +4.06, Zet Cru 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 -0.168.

Физические свойства

Спектральный класс Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Показатель цвета (B−V) -0,168

Наблюдение

Видимая звёздная величина +4.06
Абсолютная звёздная величина -1,14
Расстояние 358 ly
Созвездие Crux

Положение

Прямое восхождение 12h 18,44m
Склонение -64° 0,18′

Часто задаваемые вопросы

What type of star is Zet Cru?
Zet Cru is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Zet Cru from Earth?
Zet Cru is approximately 357.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Zet Cru with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.06, Zet Cru is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Zet Cru in?
Zet Cru is located in the constellation Crux.