Psi Crt

Psi Crt

Psi Crt is a A-type (White) star. It carries the designation Psi Crt.

Located approximately 501.8 light-years from Earth, Psi Crt resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

Psi Crt has an apparent magnitude of +6.11, 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 -0.004.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class A Class A — A-type (White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.004

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +6.11
Absolute Magnitude 0.18
Distance 502 ly

Position

Right Ascension 11h 12.51m
Declination -18° 29.99′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is Psi Crt?
Psi Crt is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is Psi Crt from Earth?
Psi Crt is approximately 501.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Psi Crt with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.11, Psi Crt is not visible to the naked eye.