17Kap2Boo

17Kap2Boo

17Kap2Boo is a A-type (White) star. It carries the designation 17Kap2Boo.

Located approximately 163.4 light-years from Earth, 17Kap2Boo resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

17Kap2Boo is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +4.53, 17Kap2Boo 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 +0.233.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class A — A-type (White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.233

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +4.53
Absolute Magnitude 1.03
Distance 163 ly

Position

Right Ascension 14h 13.48m
Declination 51° 47.40′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 17Kap2Boo?
17Kap2Boo is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 17Kap2Boo from Earth?
17Kap2Boo is approximately 163.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 17Kap2Boo with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.53, 17Kap2Boo is visible to the naked eye.