120 Tau

120 Tau

120 Tau is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Taurus. It carries the designation 120 Tau.

At a distance of roughly 1,553 light-years, 120 Tau is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.67, 120 Tau 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 -0.022.

Đặc tính vật lý

Phân Loại Quang Phổ B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Chỉ số màu (B−V) -0,022

Quan sát

Cấp Sao Biểu Kiến +5.67
Cấp Sao Tuyệt Đối -2,72
Khoảng Cách 1,553 ly
Chòm Sao Taurus

Vị trí

Xích kinh 5h 33,53m
Xích vĩ 18° 32,41′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 120 Tau?
120 Tau is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 120 Tau from Earth?
120 Tau is approximately 1,553.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 120 Tau with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.67, 120 Tau is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 120 Tau in?
120 Tau is located in the constellation Taurus.