HIP 68985

HIP 68985 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

Located approximately 988.4 light-years from Earth, HIP 68985 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 68985 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 68985 has an apparent magnitude of +9.91, 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 +0.165.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,165

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +9.91
Magnitude Absolue 2,50
Distance 988 ly
Constellation Centaurus

Position

Ascension droite 14h 7,42m
Déclinaison -61° 21,28′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 68985?
HIP 68985 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 68985 from Earth?
HIP 68985 is approximately 988.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 68985 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.91, HIP 68985 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 68985 in?
HIP 68985 is located in the constellation Centaurus.