5Tau Cas
5Tau Cas
5Tau Cas is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Cassiopeia. It carries the designation 5Tau Cas.
Located approximately 173.9 light-years from Earth, 5Tau Cas resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
5Tau Cas is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +4.88, 5Tau Cas 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.122.
Đặc tính vật lý
| Phân Loại Quang Phổ | K Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Chỉ số màu (B−V) | 1,122 |
Quan sát
| Cấp Sao Biểu Kiến | +4.88 |
| Cấp Sao Tuyệt Đối | 1,24 |
| Khoảng Cách | 174 ly |
| Chòm Sao | Cassiopeia |
Vị trí
| Xích kinh | 23h 47,06m |
| Xích vĩ | 58° 39,12′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is 5Tau Cas?
5Tau Cas is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 5Tau Cas from Earth?
5Tau Cas is approximately 174.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 5Tau Cas with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.88, 5Tau Cas is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 5Tau Cas in?
5Tau Cas is located in the constellation Cassiopeia.