HIP 87221

HIP 87221 is a M-type (Red) star located in the constellation Scorpius.

At a distance of roughly 2,509 light-years, HIP 87221 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 87221 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 87221 has an apparent magnitude of +9.84, 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 +0.070.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral Class M — M-type (Red)
Índice de cor (B−V) 0,070

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +9.84
Magnitude Absoluta 0,41
Distância 2,509 ly
Constelação Scorpius

Posição

Ascensão reta 17h 49,18m
Declinação -33° 15,01′

Perguntas frequentes

What type of star is HIP 87221?
HIP 87221 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 87221 from Earth?
HIP 87221 is approximately 2,508.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 87221 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.84, HIP 87221 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 87221 in?
HIP 87221 is located in the constellation Scorpius.