26 Lib

26 Lib

26 Lib is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation 26 Lib.

Located approximately 799.4 light-years from Earth, 26 Lib resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

26 Lib has an apparent magnitude of +6.18, placing it beyond naked-eye visibility. A good pair of binoculars or a small telescope is required to observe this star. Observers will note its blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.015.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.015

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +6.18
Absolute Magnitude -0.77
Distance 799 ly

Position

Right Ascension 15h 14.56m
Declination -17° 46.11′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 26 Lib?
26 Lib is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 26 Lib from Earth?
26 Lib is approximately 799.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 26 Lib with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.18, 26 Lib is not visible to the naked eye.