Kap Pic

Kap Pic

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

Located approximately 634.5 light-years from Earth, Kap Pic resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

Kap Pic has an apparent magnitude of +6.10, placing it beyond naked-eye visibility. A good pair of binoculars or a small telescope is required to observe this star. Observers will note its blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.091.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.091

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +6.10
Absolute Magnitude -0.34
Distance 635 ly

Position

Right Ascension 5h 22.37m
Declination -56° 8.06′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is Kap Pic?
Kap Pic is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Kap Pic from Earth?
Kap Pic is approximately 634.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Kap Pic with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.10, Kap Pic is not visible to the naked eye.