14 Lac

14 Lac

14 Lac is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation 14 Lac.

At a distance of roughly 1,136 light-years, 14 Lac is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.91, 14 Lac 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 +0.062.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.062

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.91
Absolute Magnitude -1.80
Distance 1,136 ly

Position

Right Ascension 22h 50.36m
Declination 41° 57.20′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 14 Lac?
14 Lac is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 14 Lac from Earth?
14 Lac is approximately 1,136.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 14 Lac with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.91, 14 Lac is visible to the naked eye.