HIP 81978
HIP 81978 is a F-type (Yellow-White) star located in the constellation Hercules.
HIP 81978 is an extraordinarily remote star, situated approximately 326,156 light-years from Earth.
HIP 81978 is classified as a spectral class F star (F-type (Yellow-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +10.22, HIP 81978 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 yellow-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.625.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) |
| Color Index (B−V) | 0.625 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +10.22 |
| Absolute Magnitude | -9.78 |
| Distance | 326,156 ly |
| Constellation | Hercules |
Position
| Right Ascension | 16h 44.78m |
| Declination | 17° 38.99′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HIP 81978?
HIP 81978 is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is HIP 81978 from Earth?
HIP 81978 is approximately 326,156.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 81978 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 10.22, HIP 81978 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 81978 in?
HIP 81978 is located in the constellation Hercules.