HIP 79974
HIP 79974 is a A-type (White) star.
Located approximately 821.5 light-years from Earth, HIP 79974 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 79974 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +11.43, HIP 79974 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 +0.276.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | A Class A — A-type (White) |
| Color Index (B−V) | 0.276 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +11.43 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 4.42 |
| Distance | 822 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 16h 19.43m |
| Declination | 29° 42.79′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HIP 79974?
HIP 79974 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 79974 from Earth?
HIP 79974 is approximately 821.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 79974 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 11.43, HIP 79974 is not visible to the naked eye.