HIP 102979

HIP 102979 is a A-type (White) star.

Located approximately 739.6 light-years from Earth, HIP 102979 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 102979 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 102979 has an apparent magnitude of +9.65, 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 white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.427.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class A — A-type (White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,427

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +9.65
Magnitude Absolue 2,87
Distance 740 ly

Position

Ascension droite 20h 51,83m
Déclinaison -34° 33,66′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 102979?
HIP 102979 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 102979 from Earth?
HIP 102979 is approximately 739.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 102979 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.65, HIP 102979 is not visible to the naked eye.