HIP 78738
HIP 78738 is a G-type (Yellow) star located in the constellation Scorpius.
Located approximately 82.4 light-years from Earth, HIP 78738 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 78738 is classified as a spectral class G star (G-type (Yellow)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 78738 has an apparent magnitude of +7.44, 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 +0.750.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class G — G-type (Yellow) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,750 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +7.44 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 5,43 |
| Entfernung | 82.4 ly |
| Sternbild | Scorpius |
Position
| Rektaszension | 16h 4,43m |
| Deklination | -11° 26,96′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 78738?
HIP 78738 is a Class G — G-type (Yellow) star.
How far is HIP 78738 from Earth?
HIP 78738 is approximately 82.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 78738 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.44, HIP 78738 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 78738 in?
HIP 78738 is located in the constellation Scorpius.