47 Cam

47 Cam

47 Cam is a A-type (White) star. It carries the designation 47 Cam.

Located approximately 240.7 light-years from Earth, 47 Cam resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

47 Cam has an apparent magnitude of +6.36, 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 +0.282.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class A — A-type (White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.282

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +6.36
Absolute Magnitude 2.02
Distance 241 ly

Position

Right Ascension 7h 22.29m
Declination 59° 54.12′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 47 Cam?
47 Cam is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 47 Cam from Earth?
47 Cam is approximately 240.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 47 Cam with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.36, 47 Cam is not visible to the naked eye.