Tau Oct
Tau Oct
Tau Oct is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation Tau Oct.
Located approximately 486.1 light-years from Earth, Tau Oct resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
Tau Oct is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.50, Tau Oct 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 +1.278.
Đặc tính vật lý
| Phân Loại Quang Phổ | K Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Chỉ số màu (B−V) | 1,278 |
Quan sát
| Cấp Sao Biểu Kiến | +5.50 |
| Cấp Sao Tuyệt Đối | -0,37 |
| Khoảng Cách | 486 ly |
Vị trí
| Xích kinh | 23h 28,06m |
| Xích vĩ | -87° 28,93′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is Tau Oct?
Tau Oct is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is Tau Oct from Earth?
Tau Oct is approximately 486.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Tau Oct with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.50, Tau Oct is visible to the naked eye.