8 Her
8 Her
8 Her is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Hercules. It carries the designation 8 Her.
Located approximately 318.8 light-years from Earth, 8 Her resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
8 Her is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
8 Her has an apparent magnitude of +6.13, 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 hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.003.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | Class A — A-type (White) |
| Color Index (B−V) | -0.003 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +6.13 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 1.18 |
| Distance | 319 ly |
| Constellation | Hercules |
Position
| Right Ascension | 16h 8.78m |
| Declination | 17° 12.34′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is 8 Her?
8 Her is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 8 Her from Earth?
8 Her is approximately 318.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 8 Her with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.13, 8 Her is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 8 Her in?
8 Her is located in the constellation Hercules.