21The Crt

21The Crt

21The Crt is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation 21The Crt.

Located approximately 280.4 light-years from Earth, 21The Crt resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

21The Crt is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +4.70, 21The Crt 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 -0.073.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.073

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +4.70
Absolute Magnitude 0.03
Distance 280 ly

Position

Right Ascension 11h 36.68m
Declination -9° 48.13′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 21The Crt?
21The Crt is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 21The Crt from Earth?
21The Crt is approximately 280.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 21The Crt with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.70, 21The Crt is visible to the naked eye.