Maia

20 Tau

Maia is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Taurus. It carries the designation 20 Tau.

Located approximately 383.3 light-years from Earth, Maia resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

At an apparent magnitude of +3.87, Maia is visible to the naked eye under reasonably clear skies. It may require dark-sky conditions to be seen comfortably in areas with significant light pollution. Observers will note its blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.063.

Fiziksel Özellikler

Spektral Sınıf Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Renk İndeksi (B−V) -0,063

Gözlem

Görünür Parlaklık +3.87
Mutlak Parlaklık -1,48
Mesafe 383 ly
Takımyıldız Taurus

Konum

Sağ Açıklık 3h 45,83m
Dik Açı 24° 22,06′

Sıkça Sorulan Sorular

What type of star is Maia?
Maia is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Maia from Earth?
Maia is approximately 383.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Maia with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 3.87, Maia is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Maia in?
Maia is located in the constellation Taurus.