14 Hya
14 Hya
14 Hya is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation 14 Hya.
Located approximately 450.5 light-years from Earth, 14 Hya resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
14 Hya is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.30, 14 Hya 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 -0.080.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Color Index (B−V) | -0.080 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +5.30 |
| Absolute Magnitude | -0.40 |
| Distance | 450 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 8h 49.36m |
| Declination | -3° 26.58′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is 14 Hya?
14 Hya is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 14 Hya from Earth?
14 Hya is approximately 450.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 14 Hya with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.30, 14 Hya is visible to the naked eye.