HIP 68973
HIP 68973 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
At a distance of roughly 1,173 light-years, HIP 68973 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 68973 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 68973 has an apparent magnitude of +9.02, 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 +0.034.
Propriedades físicas
| Classe Espectral | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Índice de cor (B−V) | 0,034 |
Observação
| Magnitude Aparente | +9.02 |
| Magnitude Absoluta | 1,24 |
| Distância | 1,173 ly |
| Constelação | Centaurus |
Posição
| Ascensão reta | 14h 7,25m |
| Declinação | -64° 5,76′ |
Perguntas frequentes
What type of star is HIP 68973?
HIP 68973 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 68973 from Earth?
HIP 68973 is approximately 1,173.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 68973 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.02, HIP 68973 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 68973 in?
HIP 68973 is located in the constellation Centaurus.