HIP 72987

HIP 72987 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.

Located approximately 965.0 light-years from Earth, HIP 72987 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 72987 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 72987 has an apparent magnitude of +8.92, 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 +0.028.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Farbindex (B−V) 0,028

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +8.92
Absolute Helligkeit 1,56
Entfernung 965 ly

Position

Rektaszension 14h 54,92m
Deklination -72° 31,16′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 72987?
HIP 72987 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 72987 from Earth?
HIP 72987 is approximately 965.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 72987 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.92, HIP 72987 is not visible to the naked eye.