14 Cep

14 Cep

14 Cep is a O-type (Blue) star. It carries the designation 14 Cep.

At a distance of roughly 3,048 light-years, 14 Cep is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

14 Cep is classified as a spectral class O star (O-type (Blue)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.55, 14 Cep 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 +0.017.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class O — O-type (Blue)
Color Index (B−V) 0.017

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.55
Absolute Magnitude -4.30
Distance 3,048 ly

Position

Right Ascension 22h 2.08m
Declination 58° 0.02′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 14 Cep?
14 Cep is a Class O — O-type (Blue) star.
How far is 14 Cep from Earth?
14 Cep is approximately 3,048.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 14 Cep with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.55, 14 Cep is visible to the naked eye.