42Pi Ari

42Pi Ari

42Pi Ari is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation 42Pi Ari.

Located approximately 780.3 light-years from Earth, 42Pi Ari resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

42Pi Ari is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.26, 42Pi Ari 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 -0.066.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.066

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.26
Absolute Magnitude -1.63
Distance 780 ly

Position

Right Ascension 2h 49.29m
Declination 17° 27.86′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 42Pi Ari?
42Pi Ari is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 42Pi Ari from Earth?
42Pi Ari is approximately 780.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 42Pi Ari with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.26, 42Pi Ari is visible to the naked eye.