101 Her

101 Her

101 Her is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Hercules. It carries the designation 101 Her.

Located approximately 328.8 light-years from Earth, 101 Her resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

101 Her is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.10, 101 Her 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-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.176.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class A — A-type (White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.176

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.10
Absolute Magnitude 0.08
Distance 329 ly
Constellation Hercules

Position

Right Ascension 18h 8.88m
Declination 20° 2.71′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 101 Her?
101 Her is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 101 Her from Earth?
101 Her is approximately 328.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 101 Her with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.10, 101 Her is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 101 Her in?
101 Her is located in the constellation Hercules.