3C 273

3C 273 is a star located in the constellation Virgo.

3C 273 is an extraordinarily remote star, situated approximately 326,156 light-years from Earth.

At an apparent magnitude of +12.88, 3C 273 is a faint star that requires a telescope to observe. It is invisible to the naked eye and too dim for most binoculars. Observers will note its blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.120.

Физические свойства

Показатель цвета (B−V) 0,120

Наблюдение

Видимая звёздная величина +12.88
Абсолютная звёздная величина -7,12
Расстояние 326,156 ly
Созвездие Virgo

Положение

Прямое восхождение 12h 29,11m
Склонение 2° 3,14′

Часто задаваемые вопросы

How far is 3C 273 from Earth?
3C 273 is approximately 326,156.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 3C 273 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 12.88, 3C 273 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 3C 273 in?
3C 273 is located in the constellation Virgo.