2The Cep

2The Cep

2The Cep is a A-type (White) star. It carries the designation 2The Cep.

Located approximately 136.5 light-years from Earth, 2The Cep resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

2The Cep is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +4.21, 2The Cep 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 +0.199.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class A — A-type (White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.199

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +4.21
Absolute Magnitude 1.10
Distance 136 ly

Position

Right Ascension 20h 29.58m
Declination 62° 59.65′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 2The Cep?
2The Cep is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 2The Cep from Earth?
2The Cep is approximately 136.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 2The Cep with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.21, 2The Cep is visible to the naked eye.