HIP 72978

HIP 72978 is a G-type (Yellow) star located in the constellation Virgo.

Located approximately 370.2 light-years from Earth, HIP 72978 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 72978 is classified as a spectral class G star (G-type (Yellow)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 72978 has an apparent magnitude of +8.19, 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 yellow-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.699.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class G — G-type (Yellow)
Farbindex (B−V) 0,699

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +8.19
Absolute Helligkeit 2,92
Entfernung 370 ly
Sternbild Virgo

Position

Rektaszension 14h 54,85m
Deklination 1° 6,87′

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What type of star is HIP 72978?
HIP 72978 is a Class G — G-type (Yellow) star.
How far is HIP 72978 from Earth?
HIP 72978 is approximately 370.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 72978 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.19, HIP 72978 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 72978 in?
HIP 72978 is located in the constellation Virgo.