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Asterope

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21 Tau · Taurus

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Star AsteroPE, as a yellow star, plays an important role in visual observation and spectral analysis within the night sky. It is a medium-sized star, with a visual magnitude of 5.752, located about 446.5 light years away from Earth. While its spectral classification offers few precise details – it could be considered a yellow star – its position within the Tau constellation is crucial to its visibility during a casual observation. The star’s relatively high angular velocity (radial velocity of 11.79 km/s) indicates the movement of its components in the night sky, suggesting a stable location. These factors contribute to its noticeable position relative to other stars.

Given its visibility in the Tau constellation, AsteroPE represents a classic example of a star's inherent characteristics and potential for observations. It is a steadily radiating star, of modest visual prominence. The star has recently been characterized with parameters including its Gaia data indicating a relatively stable distance within the solar system. Its relatively nearby proximity to the Milky Way and Andromeda Galaxies, combined with the relatively high physical data available in the catalog provides an optimal location for continued study and analysis. The overall presence of this star contributes significantly to the overall visual landscape within the Tau constellation.

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Compose this star
FactsHIP 17579
Right ascension
3h 45m 55s
Declination
+24° 33′ 15″
Magnitude
5.75
Distance
≈ 446 ly
Data: gaia-dr3