47 Her

47 Her

47 Her is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Hercules. It carries the designation 47 Her.

Located approximately 177.4 light-years from Earth, 47 Her resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

47 Her is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.48, 47 Her 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-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.108.

物理特性

光谱类型 A Class A — A-type (White)
色指数 (B−V) 0.108

观测

视星等 +5.48
绝对星等 1.80
距离 177 ly
星座 Hercules

位置

赤经 16h 50.32m
赤纬 7° 14.86′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 47 Her?
47 Her is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 47 Her from Earth?
47 Her is approximately 177.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 47 Her with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.48, 47 Her is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 47 Her in?
47 Her is located in the constellation Hercules.