HIP 85851
HIP 85851 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Scorpius.
At a distance of roughly 1,059 light-years, HIP 85851 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 85851 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 85851 has an apparent magnitude of +8.89, 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 +0.291.
Propriétés physiques
| Classe Spectrale | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Indice de couleur (B−V) | 0,291 |
Observation
| Magnitude Apparente | +8.89 |
| Magnitude Absolue | 1,33 |
| Distance | 1,059 ly |
| Constellation | Scorpius |
Position
| Ascension droite | 17h 32,64m |
| Déclinaison | -35° 0,17′ |
Questions fréquentes
What type of star is HIP 85851?
HIP 85851 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 85851 from Earth?
HIP 85851 is approximately 1,059.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 85851 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.89, HIP 85851 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 85851 in?
HIP 85851 is located in the constellation Scorpius.