17Bet PsA

17Bet PsA

17Bet PsA is a A-type (White) star. It carries the designation 17Bet PsA.

Located approximately 142.8 light-years from Earth, 17Bet PsA resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

17Bet PsA is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +4.29, 17Bet 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-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.011.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class A — A-type (White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.011

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +4.29
Absolute Magnitude 1.08
Distance 143 ly

Position

Right Ascension 22h 31.51m
Declination -32° 20.76′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 17Bet PsA?
17Bet PsA is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 17Bet PsA from Earth?
17Bet PsA is approximately 142.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 17Bet PsA with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.29, 17Bet PsA is visible to the naked eye.