Electra

17 Tau

Electra is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Taurus. It carries the designation 17 Tau.

Located approximately 404.7 light-years from Earth, Electra resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

At an apparent magnitude of +3.72, Electra 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 -0.105.

Đặc tính vật lý

Phân Loại Quang Phổ Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Chỉ số màu (B−V) -0,105

Quan sát

Cấp Sao Biểu Kiến +3.72
Cấp Sao Tuyệt Đối -1,75
Khoảng Cách 405 ly
Chòm Sao Taurus

Vị trí

Xích kinh 3h 44,88m
Xích vĩ 24° 6,80′

Câu hỏi thường gặp

What type of star is Electra?
Electra is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Electra from Earth?
Electra is approximately 404.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Electra with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 3.72, Electra is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Electra in?
Electra is located in the constellation Taurus.