HIP 84966

HIP 84966 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Scorpius.

At a distance of roughly 1,208 light-years, HIP 84966 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 84966 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 84966 has an apparent magnitude of +8.76, 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 white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.315.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Índice de cor (B−V) 0,315

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +8.76
Magnitude Absoluta 0,92
Distância 1,208 ly
Constelação Scorpius

Posição

Ascensão reta 17h 21,97m
Declinação -33° 24,87′

Perguntas frequentes

What type of star is HIP 84966?
HIP 84966 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 84966 from Earth?
HIP 84966 is approximately 1,208.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 84966 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.76, HIP 84966 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 84966 in?
HIP 84966 is located in the constellation Scorpius.