115 Tau

115 Tau

115 Tau is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Taurus. It carries the designation 115 Tau.

Located approximately 549.1 light-years from Earth, 115 Tau resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.40, 115 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 blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.090.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.090

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.40
Absolute Magnitude -0.73
Distance 549 ly
Constellation Taurus

Position

Right Ascension 5h 27.17m
Declination 17° 57.73′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 115 Tau?
115 Tau is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 115 Tau from Earth?
115 Tau is approximately 549.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 115 Tau with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.40, 115 Tau is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 115 Tau in?
115 Tau is located in the constellation Taurus.