HIP 84942
HIP 84942 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Scorpius.
At a distance of roughly 1,102 light-years, HIP 84942 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 84942 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 84942 has an apparent magnitude of +8.22, 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 +0.154.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,154 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +8.22 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 0,58 |
| Entfernung | 1,102 ly |
| Sternbild | Scorpius |
Position
| Rektaszension | 17h 21,59m |
| Deklination | -40° 21,58′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 84942?
HIP 84942 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 84942 from Earth?
HIP 84942 is approximately 1,101.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 84942 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.22, HIP 84942 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 84942 in?
HIP 84942 is located in the constellation Scorpius.