10 Cas

10 Cas

10 Cas is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Cassiopeia. It carries the designation 10 Cas.

Located approximately 867.4 light-years from Earth, 10 Cas resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.57, 10 Cas 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 -0.023.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.023

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.57
Absolute Magnitude -1.55
Distance 867 ly
Constellation Cassiopeia

Position

Right Ascension 0h 6.44m
Declination 64° 11.77′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 10 Cas?
10 Cas is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 10 Cas from Earth?
10 Cas is approximately 867.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 10 Cas with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.57, 10 Cas is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 10 Cas in?
10 Cas is located in the constellation Cassiopeia.