HIP 78838
HIP 78838 is a F-type (Yellow-White) star located in the constellation Scorpius.
Located approximately 550.9 light-years from Earth, HIP 78838 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 78838 is classified as a spectral class F star (F-type (Yellow-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 78838 has an apparent magnitude of +9.64, 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 +0.652.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,652 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +9.64 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 3,50 |
| Entfernung | 551 ly |
| Sternbild | Scorpius |
Position
| Rektaszension | 16h 5,63m |
| Deklination | -12° 42,73′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 78838?
HIP 78838 is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is HIP 78838 from Earth?
HIP 78838 is approximately 550.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 78838 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.64, HIP 78838 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 78838 in?
HIP 78838 is located in the constellation Scorpius.