5 Per
5 Per
5 Per is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Perseus. It carries the designation 5 Per.
5 Per is an extraordinarily remote star, situated approximately 326,156 light-years from Earth.
5 Per is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
5 Per has an apparent magnitude of +6.38, 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 +0.298.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Color Index (B−V) | 0.298 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +6.38 |
| Absolute Magnitude | -13.62 |
| Distance | 326,156 ly |
| Constellation | Perseus |
Position
| Right Ascension | 2h 11.49m |
| Declination | 57° 38.73′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is 5 Per?
5 Per is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 5 Per from Earth?
5 Per is approximately 326,156.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 5 Per with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.38, 5 Per is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 5 Per in?
5 Per is located in the constellation Perseus.