HIP 87257
HIP 87257 is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Scorpius.
At a distance of roughly 1,169 light-years, HIP 87257 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 87257 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 87257 has an apparent magnitude of +7.57, 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 hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.078.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class A — A-type (White) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | -0,078 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +7.57 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | -0,20 |
| Entfernung | 1,169 ly |
| Sternbild | Scorpius |
Position
| Rektaszension | 17h 49,78m |
| Deklination | -41° 26,54′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 87257?
HIP 87257 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 87257 from Earth?
HIP 87257 is approximately 1,169.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 87257 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.57, HIP 87257 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 87257 in?
HIP 87257 is located in the constellation Scorpius.