Iot TrA

Iot TrA

Iot TrA is a F-type (Yellow-White) star. It carries the designation Iot TrA.

Located approximately 126.6 light-years from Earth, Iot TrA resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.28, Iot TrA 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 +0.383.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class F Class F — F-type (Yellow-White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.383

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.28
Absolute Magnitude 2.34
Distance 127 ly

Position

Right Ascension 16h 27.96m
Declination -64° 3.48′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is Iot TrA?
Iot TrA is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is Iot TrA from Earth?
Iot TrA is approximately 126.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Iot TrA with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.28, Iot TrA is visible to the naked eye.