36Xi 1Sgr

36Xi 1Sgr

36Xi 1Sgr is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Sagittarius. It carries the designation 36Xi 1Sgr.

At a distance of roughly 2,064 light-years, 36Xi 1Sgr is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

36Xi 1Sgr is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.02, 36Xi 1Sgr 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-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.137.

Физические свойства

Спектральный класс B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Показатель цвета (B−V) 0,137

Наблюдение

Видимая звёздная величина +5.02
Абсолютная звёздная величина -3,99
Расстояние 2,064 ly
Созвездие Sagittarius

Положение

Прямое восхождение 18h 57,34m
Склонение -20° 39,38′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 36Xi 1Sgr?
36Xi 1Sgr is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 36Xi 1Sgr from Earth?
36Xi 1Sgr is approximately 2,064.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 36Xi 1Sgr with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.02, 36Xi 1Sgr is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 36Xi 1Sgr in?
36Xi 1Sgr is located in the constellation Sagittarius.