HIP 87885
HIP 87885 is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Scorpius.
At a distance of roughly 1,717 light-years, HIP 87885 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 87885 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 87885 has an apparent magnitude of +8.77, 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 white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.396.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class A — A-type (White) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,396 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +8.77 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 0,16 |
| Entfernung | 1,717 ly |
| Sternbild | Scorpius |
Position
| Rektaszension | 17h 57,17m |
| Deklination | -34° 15,05′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 87885?
HIP 87885 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 87885 from Earth?
HIP 87885 is approximately 1,716.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 87885 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.77, HIP 87885 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 87885 in?
HIP 87885 is located in the constellation Scorpius.