32 Cas

32 Cas

32 Cas is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Cassiopeia. It carries the designation 32 Cas.

Located approximately 388.3 light-years from Earth, 32 Cas resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.57, 32 Cas 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 -0.072.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.072

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.57
Absolute Magnitude 0.19
Distance 388 ly
Constellation Cassiopeia

Position

Right Ascension 1h 11.69m
Declination 65° 1.13′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 32 Cas?
32 Cas is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 32 Cas from Earth?
32 Cas is approximately 388.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 32 Cas with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.57, 32 Cas is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 32 Cas in?
32 Cas is located in the constellation Cassiopeia.