15 Cam

15 Cam

15 Cam is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation 15 Cam.

Located approximately 785.9 light-years from Earth, 15 Cam resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

15 Cam has an apparent magnitude of +6.13, 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 -0.031.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.031

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +6.13
Absolute Magnitude -0.78
Distance 786 ly

Position

Right Ascension 5h 19.46m
Declination 58° 7.04′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 15 Cam?
15 Cam is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 15 Cam from Earth?
15 Cam is approximately 785.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 15 Cam with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.13, 15 Cam is not visible to the naked eye.