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Spica's absolute magnitude (Mv) is: −3.55 (−3.5/−1.5)
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Is it true that a stars absolute brightness is when its seen from earth?
No - a star as seen from earth is it's apparentbrightness. It's absolute brightness is measured by astronomical instruments. The brightest visible star from earth is Sirius, in the constellation Canis Major. Spica, in Virgo, has a much higher absolute brightness than Sirius, but Sirius is much closer to earth, so it is apparently brighter than Spica.
When was SPICA created?
SPICA was created in 1932.
Which star is hotter betelgeuse or spica?
spica is hotter. even though btelgeuse is bigger it is not as hot as spica
What are Rigel and Spica?
rigel and spica are two stars
Who discovered the spica star?
NIcolus Copernicus did many observations on the spica but no one knows who discoveed the Spica Star
When was Mylothris spica created?
Mylothris spica was created in 1884.
When was Twin Spica created?
Twin Spica was created in 2009.
Is Spica in Virgo?
YES, Spica is in Virgo.It is the brightest star in the constellation.
What is the size of Spica in space?
Spica has 7-8 times the diameter of our Sun.
What is the magnitude of spica?
it is unknown
What is a prominent star?
spica
What constellation is Spica in?
Virgo
