1 Per

1 Per

1 Per is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Perseus. It carries the designation 1 Per.

At a distance of roughly 1,294 light-years, 1 Per is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.53, 1 Per 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 -0.175.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.175

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.53
Absolute Magnitude -2.46
Distance 1,294 ly
Constellation Perseus

Position

Right Ascension 1h 51.99m
Declination 55° 8.84′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 1 Per?
1 Per is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 1 Per from Earth?
1 Per is approximately 1,294.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 1 Per with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.53, 1 Per is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 1 Per in?
1 Per is located in the constellation Perseus.