8 PsA

8 PsA

8 PsA is a A-type (White) star. It carries the designation 8 PsA.

Located approximately 190.6 light-years from Earth, 8 PsA resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

8 PsA is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.73, 8 PsA 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 +0.234.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class A — A-type (White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.234

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.73
Absolute Magnitude 1.90
Distance 191 ly

Position

Right Ascension 21h 36.18m
Declination -26° 10.29′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 8 PsA?
8 PsA is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 8 PsA from Earth?
8 PsA is approximately 190.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 8 PsA with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.73, 8 PsA is visible to the naked eye.