16Lam PsA

16Lam PsA

16Lam PsA is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation 16Lam PsA.

Located approximately 501.0 light-years from Earth, 16Lam PsA resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

16Lam PsA is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.45, 16Lam PsA 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 -0.121.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.121

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.45
Absolute Magnitude -0.48
Distance 501 ly

Position

Right Ascension 22h 14.31m
Declination -27° 46.01′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 16Lam PsA?
16Lam PsA is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 16Lam PsA from Earth?
16Lam PsA is approximately 501.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 16Lam PsA with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.45, 16Lam PsA is visible to the naked eye.