48 Aur

48 Aur

48 Aur is a F-type (Yellow-White) star. It carries the designation 48 Aur.

48 Aur is an extraordinarily remote star, situated approximately 326,156 light-years from Earth.

48 Aur is classified as a spectral class F star (F-type (Yellow-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.75, 48 Aur 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 yellow-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.779.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class F — F-type (Yellow-White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.779

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.75
Absolute Magnitude -14.25
Distance 326,156 ly

Position

Right Ascension 6h 28.57m
Declination 30° 29.58′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 48 Aur?
48 Aur is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is 48 Aur from Earth?
48 Aur is approximately 326,156.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 48 Aur with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.75, 48 Aur is visible to the naked eye.