72 Tau
72 Tau
72 Tau is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Taurus. It carries the designation 72 Tau.
Located approximately 377.9 light-years from Earth, 72 Tau resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
72 Tau is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.53, 72 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 -0.098.
Đặc tính vật lý
| Phân Loại Quang Phổ | B Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Chỉ số màu (B−V) | -0,098 |
Quan sát
| Cấp Sao Biểu Kiến | +5.53 |
| Cấp Sao Tuyệt Đối | 0,21 |
| Khoảng Cách | 378 ly |
| Chòm Sao | Taurus |
Vị trí
| Xích kinh | 4h 27,29m |
| Xích vĩ | 22° 59,78′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is 72 Tau?
72 Tau is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 72 Tau from Earth?
72 Tau is approximately 377.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 72 Tau with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.53, 72 Tau is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 72 Tau in?
72 Tau is located in the constellation Taurus.