Celaeno

16 Tau

Celaeno is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Taurus. It carries the designation 16 Tau.

Located approximately 377.1 light-years from Earth, Celaeno resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.45, Celaeno 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 -0.034.

Fiziksel Özellikler

Spektral Sınıf Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Renk İndeksi (B−V) -0,034

Gözlem

Görünür Parlaklık +5.45
Mutlak Parlaklık 0,14
Mesafe 377 ly
Takımyıldız Taurus

Konum

Sağ Açıklık 3h 44,80m
Dik Açı 24° 17,37′

Sıkça Sorulan Sorular

What type of star is Celaeno?
Celaeno is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Celaeno from Earth?
Celaeno is approximately 377.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Celaeno with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.45, Celaeno is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Celaeno in?
Celaeno is located in the constellation Taurus.