13 Cas

13 Cas

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

Located approximately 760.3 light-years from Earth, 13 Cas resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

13 Cas has an apparent magnitude of +6.18, placing it beyond naked-eye visibility. A good pair of binoculars or a small telescope is required to observe this star. Observers will note its blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.100.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.100

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +6.18
Absolute Magnitude -0.66
Distance 760 ly
Constellation Cassiopeia

Position

Right Ascension 0h 31.42m
Declination 66° 31.18′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 13 Cas?
13 Cas is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 13 Cas from Earth?
13 Cas is approximately 760.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 13 Cas with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.18, 13 Cas is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 13 Cas in?
13 Cas is located in the constellation Cassiopeia.