12 Lac

12 Lac

12 Lac is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation 12 Lac.

At a distance of roughly 1,342 light-years, 12 Lac is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.25, 12 Lac 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 -0.137.

物理特性

光谱类型 B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
色指数 (B−V) -0.137

观测

视星等 +5.25
绝对星等 -2.82
距离 1,342 ly

位置

赤经 22h 41.48m
赤纬 40° 13.53′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 12 Lac?
12 Lac is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 12 Lac from Earth?
12 Lac is approximately 1,342.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 12 Lac with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.25, 12 Lac is visible to the naked eye.