Pi Tuc

Pi Tuc

Pi Tuc is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation Pi Tuc.

Located approximately 318.2 light-years from Earth, Pi Tuc resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.50, Pi Tuc 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 -0.046.

物理特性

光谱类型 B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
色指数 (B−V) -0.046

观测

视星等 +5.50
绝对星等 0.55
距离 318 ly

位置

赤经 0h 20.65m
赤纬 -69° 37.49′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is Pi Tuc?
Pi Tuc is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Pi Tuc from Earth?
Pi Tuc is approximately 318.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Pi Tuc with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.50, Pi Tuc is visible to the naked eye.