33 Tau
33 Tau
33 Tau is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Taurus. It carries the designation 33 Tau.
Located approximately 680.9 light-years from Earth, 33 Tau resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
33 Tau is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
33 Tau has an apparent magnitude of +6.05, 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-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.031.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Color Index (B−V) | 0.031 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +6.05 |
| Absolute Magnitude | -0.55 |
| Distance | 681 ly |
| Constellation | Taurus |
Position
| Right Ascension | 3h 57.06m |
| Declination | 23° 10.53′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is 33 Tau?
33 Tau is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 33 Tau from Earth?
33 Tau is approximately 680.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 33 Tau with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.05, 33 Tau is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 33 Tau in?
33 Tau is located in the constellation Taurus.