Star TU Tauri B
Blue Giant TU Tauri B is located 3845 light years away from the Sun.
It is a single star of spectral class A2 III-IV, that has 300 % of solar mass.
For now, there are no known exoplanets in this star system.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is the TU Tauri B system from the Sun?
The TU Tauri B system is 3845 light years or 1,179.0 parsecs from the Sun.
What galaxy is the TU Tauri B star in?
The TU Tauri B is in the Milky Way galaxy just like the Sun.
How many stars are in the TU Tauri B system?
The TU Tauri B is a single star, there are no other known stars in the system.
What type of star is the TU Tauri B?
The star TU Tauri B is a Blue Giant star.
What temperature is the TU Tauri B?
The primary in the TU Tauri B system has an effective temperature of K ( °C). Find out more about the temperature of stars in
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