23The Boo
23The Boo
23The Boo is a F-type (Yellow-White) star. It carries the designation 23The Boo.
23The Boo lies approximately 47.4 light-years from Earth, placing it within the Sun's local stellar neighborhood. This relatively short cosmic distance means the light reaching us today departed the star only about 47 years ago.
23The Boo is classified as a spectral class F star (F-type (Yellow-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +4.04, 23The Boo 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 white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.497.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) |
| Color Index (B−V) | 0.497 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +4.04 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 3.23 |
| Distance | 47.4 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 14h 25.20m |
| Declination | 51° 51.04′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is 23The Boo?
23The Boo is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is 23The Boo from Earth?
23The Boo is approximately 47.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 23The Boo with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.04, 23The Boo is visible to the naked eye.