Xi Pav

Xi Pav

Xi Pav is a M-type (Red) star. It carries the designation Xi Pav.

Located approximately 468.6 light-years from Earth, Xi Pav resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

Xi Pav is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +4.35, Xi Pav 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.462.

भौतिक गुण

वर्णक्रम वर्ग M Class M — M-type (Red)
रंग सूचकांक (B−V) 1.462

प्रेक्षण

आभासी परिमाण +4.35
निरपेक्ष परिमाण -1.44
दूरी 469 ly

स्थिति

दक्षिणांश 18h 23.23m
दिगंश -61° 29.63′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is Xi Pav?
Xi Pav is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is Xi Pav from Earth?
Xi Pav is approximately 468.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Xi Pav with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.35, Xi Pav is visible to the naked eye.