Red Rectangle

Red Rectangle is a B-type (Blue-White) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,437 light-years, Red Rectangle is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

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

Red Rectangle has an apparent magnitude of +8.85, 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 white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.344.

คุณสมบัติทางกายภาพ

ประเภทสเปกตรัม B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
ดัชนีสี (B−V) 0.344

การสังเกต

โชติมาตรปรากฏ +8.85
โชติมาตรสัมบูรณ์ 0.63
ระยะทาง 1,437 ly

ตำแหน่ง

ไรต์แอสเซนชัน 6h 19.97m
เดคลิเนชัน -10° 38.24′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is Red Rectangle?
Red Rectangle is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Red Rectangle from Earth?
Red Rectangle is approximately 1,436.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Red Rectangle with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.85, Red Rectangle is not visible to the naked eye.