HIP 68979
HIP 68979 is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
Located approximately 653.6 light-years from Earth, HIP 68979 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 68979 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 68979 has an apparent magnitude of +8.88, placing it beyond naked-eye visibility. A good pair of binoculars or a small telescope is required to observe this star. Observers will note its blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.062.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class A — A-type (White) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,062 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +8.88 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 2,37 |
| Entfernung | 654 ly |
| Sternbild | Centaurus |
Position
| Rektaszension | 14h 7,32m |
| Deklination | -63° 26,12′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 68979?
HIP 68979 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 68979 from Earth?
HIP 68979 is approximately 653.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 68979 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.88, HIP 68979 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 68979 in?
HIP 68979 is located in the constellation Centaurus.