HIP 87936
HIP 87936 is a M-type (Red) star located in the constellation Scorpius.
Located approximately 451.7 light-years from Earth, HIP 87936 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 87936 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +4.88, HIP 87936 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.617.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,617 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +4.88 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | -0,83 |
| Entfernung | 452 ly |
| Sternbild | Scorpius |
Position
| Rektaszension | 17h 57,80m |
| Deklination | -41° 42,98′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 87936?
HIP 87936 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 87936 from Earth?
HIP 87936 is approximately 451.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 87936 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.88, HIP 87936 is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 87936 in?
HIP 87936 is located in the constellation Scorpius.