HIP 79740
HIP 79740 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Scorpius.
At a distance of roughly 1,029 light-years, HIP 79740 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 79740 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 79740 has an apparent magnitude of +6.70, 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 +0.147.
Propriétés physiques
| Classe Spectrale | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Indice de couleur (B−V) | 0,147 |
Observation
| Magnitude Apparente | +6.70 |
| Magnitude Absolue | -0,80 |
| Distance | 1,029 ly |
| Constellation | Scorpius |
Position
| Ascension droite | 16h 16,44m |
| Déclinaison | -24° 16,92′ |
Questions fréquentes
What type of star is HIP 79740?
HIP 79740 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 79740 from Earth?
HIP 79740 is approximately 1,028.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 79740 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.70, HIP 79740 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 79740 in?
HIP 79740 is located in the constellation Scorpius.