98 Her

98 Her

98 Her is a M-type (Red) star located in the constellation Hercules. It carries the designation 98 Her.

Located approximately 737.9 light-years from Earth, 98 Her resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +4.96, 98 Her 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.656.

Физические свойства

Спектральный класс M Class M — M-type (Red)
Показатель цвета (B−V) 1,656

Наблюдение

Видимая звёздная величина +4.96
Абсолютная звёздная величина -1,81
Расстояние 738 ly
Созвездие Hercules

Положение

Прямое восхождение 18h 6,03m
Склонение 22° 13,13′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 98 Her?
98 Her is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is 98 Her from Earth?
98 Her is approximately 737.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 98 Her with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.96, 98 Her is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 98 Her in?
98 Her is located in the constellation Hercules.