29 Per

29 Per

29 Per is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Perseus. It carries the designation 29 Per.

Located approximately 637.0 light-years from Earth, 29 Per resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.16, 29 Per 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 +5.16
Absolute Magnitude -1.29
Distance 637 ly
Constellation Perseus

Position

Right Ascension 3h 18.63m
Declination 50° 13.33′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 29 Per?
29 Per is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 29 Per from Earth?
29 Per is approximately 637.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 29 Per with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.16, 29 Per is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 29 Per in?
29 Per is located in the constellation Perseus.