8 Lac
8 Lac
8 Lac is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation 8 Lac.
8 Lac is an extraordinarily remote star, situated approximately 326,156 light-years from Earth.
8 Lac is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
8 Lac has an apparent magnitude of +6.60, 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 -0.148.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Color Index (B−V) | -0.148 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +6.60 |
| Absolute Magnitude | -13.40 |
| Distance | 326,156 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 22h 35.87m |
| Declination | 39° 37.69′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is 8 Lac?
8 Lac is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 8 Lac from Earth?
8 Lac is approximately 326,156.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 8 Lac with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.60, 8 Lac is not visible to the naked eye.