5
Apparent Mag1,080
Distance (ly)B2IV
Spectral Type22,000
Temperature (K)A companion to Naos in Puppis, adding to the luminosity of this hot system.
Stellar Data
Apparent Magnitude5
Absolute Magnitude-1
Distance1,080 light-years
Spectral TypeB2IV
Temperature22,000 K
Luminosity1,000 L☉
Radius4 R☉
Mass8 M☉
Right Ascension08h 03m 35.1s
Declination-40° 00′ 11.3″
ConstellationPuppis
Notable Facts
- This companion adds to the visual brightness of the Naos system
- It is itself a luminous B-type star
- The Puppis region is rich in hot massive stars