HIP 78168
HIP 78168 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Scorpius.
Located approximately 460.7 light-years from Earth, HIP 78168 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 78168 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.84, HIP 78168 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 +0.012.
Propiedades físicas
| Clase Espectral | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Índice de color (B−V) | 0,012 |
Observación
| Magnitud Aparente | +5.84 |
| Magnitud Absoluta | 0,09 |
| Distancia | 461 ly |
| Constelación | Scorpius |
Posición
| Ascensión recta | 15h 57,67m |
| Declinación | -20° 58,98′ |
Preguntas frecuentes
What type of star is HIP 78168?
HIP 78168 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 78168 from Earth?
HIP 78168 is approximately 460.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 78168 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.84, HIP 78168 is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 78168 in?
HIP 78168 is located in the constellation Scorpius.