4 Eri

4 Eri

4 Eri is a A-type (White) star. It carries the designation 4 Eri.

Located approximately 155.5 light-years from Earth, 4 Eri resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

4 Eri is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.44, 4 Eri 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 +0.238.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class A — A-type (White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.238

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.44
Absolute Magnitude 2.05
Distance 156 ly

Position

Right Ascension 2h 57.40m
Declination -23° 51.73′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 4 Eri?
4 Eri is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 4 Eri from Earth?
4 Eri is approximately 155.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 4 Eri with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.44, 4 Eri is visible to the naked eye.