2 Sco

2 Sco

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2 Sco is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Scorpius. It carries the designation 2 Sco.

Located approximately 502.6 light-years from Earth, 2 Sco resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +4.59, 2 Sco 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 hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.073.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.073

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +4.59
Absolute Magnitude -1.35
Distance 503 ly
Constellation Scorpius

Position

Right Ascension 15h 53.61m
Declination -25° 19.63′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 2 Sco?
2 Sco is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 2 Sco from Earth?
2 Sco is approximately 502.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 2 Sco with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.59, 2 Sco is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 2 Sco in?
2 Sco is located in the constellation Scorpius.