Eps Mic

Eps Mic

Eps Mic is a A-type (White) star. It carries the designation Eps Mic.

Located approximately 182.2 light-years from Earth, Eps Mic resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +4.71, Eps Mic 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 +0.070.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class A — A-type (White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.070

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +4.71
Absolute Magnitude 0.97
Distance 182 ly

Position

Right Ascension 21h 17.94m
Declination -32° 10.35′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is Eps Mic?
Eps Mic is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is Eps Mic from Earth?
Eps Mic is approximately 182.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Eps Mic with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.71, Eps Mic is visible to the naked eye.