13 And

13 And

13 And is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Andromeda. It carries the designation 13 And.

Located approximately 300.1 light-years from Earth, 13 And resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.75, 13 And 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 -0.007.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.007

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.75
Absolute Magnitude 0.93
Distance 300 ly
Constellation Andromeda

Position

Right Ascension 23h 27.12m
Declination 42° 54.72′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 13 And?
13 And is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 13 And from Earth?
13 And is approximately 300.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 13 And with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.75, 13 And is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 13 And in?
13 And is located in the constellation Andromeda.