HIP 87897

HIP 87897 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Scorpius.

Located approximately 662.9 light-years from Earth, HIP 87897 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 87897 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 87897 has an apparent magnitude of +7.60, 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 hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.078.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) -0,078

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +7.60
Magnitude Absolue 1,06
Distance 663 ly
Constellation Scorpius

Position

Ascension droite 17h 57,29m
Déclinaison -38° 46,96′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 87897?
HIP 87897 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 87897 from Earth?
HIP 87897 is approximately 662.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 87897 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.60, HIP 87897 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 87897 in?
HIP 87897 is located in the constellation Scorpius.