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.

Đặc tính vật lý

Phân Loại Quang Phổ Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Chỉ số màu (B−V) -0,063

Quan sát

Cấp Sao Biểu Kiến +3.87
Cấp Sao Tuyệt Đối -1,48
Khoảng Cách 383 ly
Chòm Sao Taurus

Vị trí

Xích kinh 3h 45,83m
Xích vĩ 24° 22,06′

Câu hỏi thường gặp

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.