11 Cam

11 Cam

11 Cam is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation 11 Cam.

Located approximately 685.2 light-years from Earth, 11 Cam resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.22, 11 Cam 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 -0.080.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.080

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.22
Absolute Magnitude -1.39
Distance 685 ly

Position

Right Ascension 5h 6.14m
Declination 58° 58.34′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 11 Cam?
11 Cam is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 11 Cam from Earth?
11 Cam is approximately 685.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 11 Cam with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.22, 11 Cam is visible to the naked eye.