64 Eri

64 Eri

64 Eri is a F-type (Yellow-White) star. It carries the designation 64 Eri.

Located approximately 290.2 light-years from Earth, 64 Eri resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +4.78, 64 Eri 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 +0.267.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class F — F-type (Yellow-White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.267

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +4.78
Absolute Magnitude 0.03
Distance 290 ly

Position

Right Ascension 4h 59.93m
Declination -12° 32.24′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 64 Eri?
64 Eri is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is 64 Eri from Earth?
64 Eri is approximately 290.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 64 Eri with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.78, 64 Eri is visible to the naked eye.