10 Tau

10 Tau

10 Tau is a F-type (Yellow-White) star located in the constellation Taurus. It carries the designation 10 Tau.

10 Tau lies approximately 45.5 light-years from Earth, placing it within the Sun's local stellar neighborhood. This relatively short cosmic distance means the light reaching us today departed the star only about 45 years ago.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +4.29, 10 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 +0.575.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class F — F-type (Yellow-White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.575

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +4.29
Absolute Magnitude 3.56
Distance 45.5 ly
Constellation Taurus

Position

Right Ascension 3h 36.87m
Declination 0° 24.10′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 10 Tau?
10 Tau is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is 10 Tau from Earth?
10 Tau is approximately 45.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 10 Tau with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.29, 10 Tau is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 10 Tau in?
10 Tau is located in the constellation Taurus.