HIP 98861

HIP 98861 is a A-type (White) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,212 light-years, HIP 98861 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 98861 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 98861 has an apparent magnitude of +8.28, 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 +0.017.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse A Class A — A-type (White)
Farbindex (B−V) 0,017

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +8.28
Absolute Helligkeit 0,43
Entfernung 1,212 ly

Position

Rektaszension 20h 4,51m
Deklination 24° 55,95′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 98861?
HIP 98861 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 98861 from Earth?
HIP 98861 is approximately 1,212.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 98861 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.28, HIP 98861 is not visible to the naked eye.