78 Her
78 Her
78 Her is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Hercules. It carries the designation 78 Her.
Located approximately 267.6 light-years from Earth, 78 Her resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
78 Her is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.66, 78 Her 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 -0.001.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | A Class A — A-type (White) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | -0,001 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +5.66 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 1,09 |
| Entfernung | 268 ly |
| Sternbild | Hercules |
Position
| Rektaszension | 17h 31,83m |
| Deklination | 28° 24,45′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is 78 Her?
78 Her is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 78 Her from Earth?
78 Her is approximately 267.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 78 Her with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.66, 78 Her is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 78 Her in?
78 Her is located in the constellation Hercules.