10Pi Cap

10Pi Cap

10Pi Cap is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation 10Pi Cap.

Located approximately 545.4 light-years from Earth, 10Pi Cap resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.08, 10Pi Cap 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 -0.049.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.049

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.08
Absolute Magnitude -1.04
Distance 545 ly

Position

Right Ascension 20h 27.32m
Declination -18° 12.70′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 10Pi Cap?
10Pi Cap is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 10Pi Cap from Earth?
10Pi Cap is approximately 545.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 10Pi Cap with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.08, 10Pi Cap is visible to the naked eye.