HIP 79897

HIP 79897 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Scorpius.

Located approximately 426.9 light-years from Earth, HIP 79897 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 79897 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 79897 has an apparent magnitude of +7.51, 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 +0.135.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,135

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +7.51
Magnitude Absolue 1,92
Distance 427 ly
Constellation Scorpius

Position

Ascension droite 16h 18,47m
Déclinaison -23° 16,46′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 79897?
HIP 79897 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 79897 from Earth?
HIP 79897 is approximately 426.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 79897 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.51, HIP 79897 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 79897 in?
HIP 79897 is located in the constellation Scorpius.