12Kap Ari

12Kap Ari

12Kap Ari is a A-type (White) star. It carries the designation 12Kap Ari.

Located approximately 181.6 light-years from Earth, 12Kap Ari resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

12Kap Ari is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.03, 12Kap Ari 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 +0.121.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class A — A-type (White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.121

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.03
Absolute Magnitude 1.30
Distance 182 ly

Position

Right Ascension 2h 6.57m
Declination 22° 38.90′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 12Kap Ari?
12Kap Ari is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 12Kap Ari from Earth?
12Kap Ari is approximately 181.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 12Kap Ari with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.03, 12Kap Ari is visible to the naked eye.