HIP 79860

HIP 79860 is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Scorpius.

Located approximately 668.4 light-years from Earth, HIP 79860 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 79860 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 79860 has an apparent magnitude of +8.26, 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 +0.123.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class A — A-type (White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,123

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.26
Magnitude Absolue 1,70
Distance 668 ly
Constellation Scorpius

Position

Ascension droite 16h 18,09m
Déclinaison -31° 39,11′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 79860?
HIP 79860 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 79860 from Earth?
HIP 79860 is approximately 668.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 79860 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.26, HIP 79860 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 79860 in?
HIP 79860 is located in the constellation Scorpius.