Zet1Sco

Zet1Sco

Zet1Sco is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Scorpius. It carries the designation Zet1Sco.

At a distance of roughly 2,568 light-years, Zet1Sco is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

Zet1Sco is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +4.70, Zet1Sco 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 white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.444.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Farbindex (B−V) 0,444

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +4.70
Absolute Helligkeit -4,78
Entfernung 2,568 ly
Sternbild Scorpius

Position

Rektaszension 16h 54,00m
Deklination -42° 21,72′

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What type of star is Zet1Sco?
Zet1Sco is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Zet1Sco from Earth?
Zet1Sco is approximately 2,568.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Zet1Sco with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.70, Zet1Sco is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Zet1Sco in?
Zet1Sco is located in the constellation Scorpius.