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.

物理特性

光谱类型 Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
色指数 (B−V) -0.105

观测

视星等 +3.72
绝对星等 -1.75
距离 405 ly
星座 Taurus

位置

赤经 3h 44.88m
赤纬 24° 6.80′

常见问题

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.