14 Aur

14 Aur

14 Aur is a A-type (White) star. It carries the designation 14 Aur.

Located approximately 285.6 light-years from Earth, 14 Aur resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

14 Aur is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.01, 14 Aur 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 +0.222.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class A — A-type (White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.222

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.01
Absolute Magnitude 0.30
Distance 286 ly

Position

Right Ascension 5h 15.41m
Declination 32° 41.26′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 14 Aur?
14 Aur is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 14 Aur from Earth?
14 Aur is approximately 285.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 14 Aur with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.01, 14 Aur is visible to the naked eye.