Alp Oct

Alp Oct

Alp Oct is a F-type (Yellow-White) star. It carries the designation Alp Oct.

Located approximately 142.0 light-years from Earth, Alp Oct resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.13, Alp Oct 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 white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.490.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class F — F-type (Yellow-White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.490

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.13
Absolute Magnitude 1.94
Distance 142 ly

Position

Right Ascension 21h 4.72m
Declination -77° 1.43′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is Alp Oct?
Alp Oct is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is Alp Oct from Earth?
Alp Oct is approximately 142.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Alp Oct with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.13, Alp Oct is visible to the naked eye.