HIP 79797

HIP 79797 is a A-type (White) star.

Located approximately 170.3 light-years from Earth, HIP 79797 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 79797 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.95, HIP 79797 sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.159.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse A Class A — A-type (White)
Farbindex (B−V) 0,159

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +5.95
Absolute Helligkeit 2,36
Entfernung 170 ly

Position

Rektaszension 16h 17,09m
Deklination -67° 56,48′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 79797?
HIP 79797 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 79797 from Earth?
HIP 79797 is approximately 170.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 79797 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.95, HIP 79797 is visible to the naked eye.