108 Her

108 Her

108 Her is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Hercules. It carries the designation 108 Her.

Located approximately 183.2 light-years from Earth, 108 Her resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.61, 108 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 +0.231.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class A — A-type (White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.231

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.61
Absolute Magnitude 1.86
Distance 183 ly
Constellation Hercules

Position

Right Ascension 18h 20.95m
Declination 29° 51.54′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 108 Her?
108 Her is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 108 Her from Earth?
108 Her is approximately 183.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 108 Her with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.61, 108 Her is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 108 Her in?
108 Her is located in the constellation Hercules.