HIP 78809
HIP 78809 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Scorpius.
Located approximately 470.6 light-years from Earth, HIP 78809 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 78809 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 78809 has an apparent magnitude of +7.65, 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 +0.084.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,084 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +7.65 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 1,85 |
| Entfernung | 471 ly |
| Sternbild | Scorpius |
Position
| Rektaszension | 16h 5,32m |
| Deklination | -23° 40,15′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 78809?
HIP 78809 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 78809 from Earth?
HIP 78809 is approximately 470.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 78809 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.65, HIP 78809 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 78809 in?
HIP 78809 is located in the constellation Scorpius.