HIP 81972

HIP 81972 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Scorpius.

Located approximately 533.8 light-years from Earth, HIP 81972 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 81972 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.64, HIP 81972 sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.093.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) -0,093

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +5.64
Magnitude Absolue -0,43
Distance 534 ly
Constellation Scorpius

Position

Ascension droite 16h 44,71m
Déclinaison -40° 50,38′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 81972?
HIP 81972 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 81972 from Earth?
HIP 81972 is approximately 533.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 81972 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.64, HIP 81972 is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 81972 in?
HIP 81972 is located in the constellation Scorpius.