Psi Oct

Psi Oct

Psi Oct is a F-type (Yellow-White) star. It carries the designation Psi Oct.

Located approximately 125.5 light-years from Earth, Psi Oct resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.49, Psi Oct 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 +0.312.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class F Class F — F-type (Yellow-White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.312

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.49
Absolute Magnitude 2.56
Distance 126 ly

Position

Right Ascension 22h 17.84m
Declination -77° 30.69′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is Psi Oct?
Psi Oct is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is Psi Oct from Earth?
Psi Oct is approximately 125.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Psi Oct with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.49, Psi Oct is visible to the naked eye.