Kap1CrA

Kap1CrA

Kap1CrA is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation Kap1CrA.

Located approximately 973.6 light-years from Earth, Kap1CrA resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

Kap1CrA is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.67, Kap1CrA 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 -0.060.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.060

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.67
Absolute Magnitude -1.70
Distance 974 ly

Position

Right Ascension 18h 33.39m
Declination -38° 43.56′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is Kap1CrA?
Kap1CrA is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Kap1CrA from Earth?
Kap1CrA is approximately 973.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Kap1CrA with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.67, Kap1CrA is visible to the naked eye.