Xi 2Lup

Xi 2Lup

Xi 2Lup is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation Xi 2Lup.

Located approximately 150.2 light-years from Earth, Xi 2Lup resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

Xi 2Lup is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.59, Xi 2Lup 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-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.072.

भौतिक गुण

वर्णक्रम वर्ग B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
रंग सूचकांक (B−V) 0.072

प्रेक्षण

आभासी परिमाण +5.59
निरपेक्ष परिमाण 2.27
दूरी 150 ly

स्थिति

दक्षिणांश 15h 56.90m
दिगंश -33° 57.86′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is Xi 2Lup?
Xi 2Lup is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Xi 2Lup from Earth?
Xi 2Lup is approximately 150.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Xi 2Lup with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.59, Xi 2Lup is visible to the naked eye.