14 Pup

14 Pup

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

At a distance of roughly 1,326 light-years, 14 Pup is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

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

14 Pup has an apparent magnitude of +6.12, 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 -0.154.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.154

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +6.12
Absolute Magnitude -1.92
Distance 1,326 ly

Position

Right Ascension 8h 4.69m
Declination -19° 43.69′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 14 Pup?
14 Pup is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 14 Pup from Earth?
14 Pup is approximately 1,325.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 14 Pup with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.12, 14 Pup is not visible to the naked eye.