48Chi Boo

48Chi Boo

48Chi Boo is a A-type (White) star. It carries the designation 48Chi Boo.

Located approximately 252.4 light-years from Earth, 48Chi Boo resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

48Chi Boo is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.28, 48Chi Boo 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 +0.062.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class A — A-type (White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.062

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.28
Absolute Magnitude 0.84
Distance 252 ly

Position

Right Ascension 15h 14.49m
Declination 29° 9.86′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 48Chi Boo?
48Chi Boo is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 48Chi Boo from Earth?
48Chi Boo is approximately 252.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 48Chi Boo with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.28, 48Chi Boo is visible to the naked eye.