HIP 84690

HIP 84690 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Scorpius.

Located approximately 363.6 light-years from Earth, HIP 84690 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 84690 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.76, HIP 84690 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 -0.049.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) -0,049

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +5.76
Magnitude Absolue 0,52
Distance 364 ly
Constellation Scorpius

Position

Ascension droite 17h 18,80m
Déclinaison -44° 7,78′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 84690?
HIP 84690 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 84690 from Earth?
HIP 84690 is approximately 363.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 84690 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.76, HIP 84690 is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 84690 in?
HIP 84690 is located in the constellation Scorpius.