HIP 98512

HIP 98512 is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Sagittarius.

Located approximately 265.4 light-years from Earth, HIP 98512 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 98512 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.80, HIP 98512 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 +0.295.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse A Class A — A-type (White)
Farbindex (B−V) 0,295

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +5.80
Absolute Helligkeit 1,25
Entfernung 265 ly
Sternbild Sagittarius

Position

Rektaszension 20h 0,81m
Deklination -45° 6,78′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 98512?
HIP 98512 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 98512 from Earth?
HIP 98512 is approximately 265.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 98512 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.80, HIP 98512 is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 98512 in?
HIP 98512 is located in the constellation Sagittarius.