Xi 2Lup

Xi 2Lup

Xi 2Lup is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation Xi 2Lup.

Located approximately 150.2 light-years from Earth, Xi 2Lup resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

Xi 2Lup is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.59, Xi 2Lup 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-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.072.

الخصائص الفيزيائية

النوع الطيفي B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
مؤشر اللون (B−V) 0,072

الرصد

القدر الظاهري +5.59
القدر المطلق 2,27
المسافة 150 ly

الموضع

المطلع المستقيم 15h 56,90m
الميل -33° 57,86′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is Xi 2Lup?
Xi 2Lup is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Xi 2Lup from Earth?
Xi 2Lup is approximately 150.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Xi 2Lup with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.59, Xi 2Lup is visible to the naked eye.