4 Lib

4 Lib

4 Lib is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation 4 Lib.

Located approximately 497.2 light-years from Earth, 4 Lib resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.70, 4 Lib 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 +0.006.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.006

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.70
Absolute Magnitude -0.22
Distance 497 ly

Position

Right Ascension 14h 43.23m
Declination -24° 59.87′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 4 Lib?
4 Lib is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 4 Lib from Earth?
4 Lib is approximately 497.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 4 Lib with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.70, 4 Lib is visible to the naked eye.