HIP 72800

HIP 72800 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

Located approximately 491.9 light-years from Earth, HIP 72800 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 72800 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.02, HIP 72800 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 -0.155.

Đặc tính vật lý

Phân Loại Quang Phổ B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Chỉ số màu (B−V) -0,155

Quan sát

Cấp Sao Biểu Kiến +5.02
Cấp Sao Tuyệt Đối -0,87
Khoảng Cách 492 ly
Chòm Sao Centaurus

Vị trí

Xích kinh 14h 52,85m
Xích vĩ -37° 48,19′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 72800?
HIP 72800 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 72800 from Earth?
HIP 72800 is approximately 491.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 72800 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.02, HIP 72800 is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 72800 in?
HIP 72800 is located in the constellation Centaurus.