3 Sco

3 Sco

3 Sco is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Scorpius. It carries the designation 3 Sco.

Located approximately 515.2 light-years from Earth, 3 Sco resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.87, 3 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 -0.065.

Fiziksel Özellikler

Spektral Sınıf B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Renk İndeksi (B−V) -0,065

Gözlem

Görünür Parlaklık +5.87
Mutlak Parlaklık -0,12
Mesafe 515 ly
Takımyıldız Scorpius

Konum

Sağ Açıklık 15h 54,66m
Dik Açı -25° 14,62′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 3 Sco?
3 Sco is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 3 Sco from Earth?
3 Sco is approximately 515.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 3 Sco with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.87, 3 Sco is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 3 Sco in?
3 Sco is located in the constellation Scorpius.