96 Her

96 Her

96 Her is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Hercules. It carries the designation 96 Her.

Located approximately 939.9 light-years from Earth, 96 Her resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.25, 96 Her 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 -0.100.

물리적 특성

분광형 B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
색지수 (B−V) -0.100

관측

겉보기 등급 +5.25
절대 등급 -2.05
거리 940 ly
별자리 Hercules

위치

적경 18h 2.38m
적위 20° 50.02′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 96 Her?
96 Her is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 96 Her from Earth?
96 Her is approximately 939.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 96 Her with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.25, 96 Her is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 96 Her in?
96 Her is located in the constellation Hercules.