Bet1Tuc

Bet1Tuc

Bet1Tuc is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation Bet1Tuc.

Located approximately 135.1 light-years from Earth, Bet1Tuc resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

Bet1Tuc is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +4.36, Bet1Tuc 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 hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.064.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.064

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +4.36
Absolute Magnitude 1.28
Distance 135 ly

Position

Right Ascension 0h 31.54m
Declination -62° 57.49′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is Bet1Tuc?
Bet1Tuc is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Bet1Tuc from Earth?
Bet1Tuc is approximately 135.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Bet1Tuc with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.36, Bet1Tuc is visible to the naked eye.