18The Lep

18The Lep

18The Lep is a A-type (White) star. It carries the designation 18The Lep.

Located approximately 172.8 light-years from Earth, 18The Lep resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

18The Lep is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +4.67, 18The Lep 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 +0.046.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class A — A-type (White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.046

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +4.67
Absolute Magnitude 1.05
Distance 173 ly

Position

Right Ascension 6h 6.16m
Declination -14° 56.12′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 18The Lep?
18The Lep is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 18The Lep from Earth?
18The Lep is approximately 172.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 18The Lep with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.67, 18The Lep is visible to the naked eye.