HIP 42685

HIP 42685 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,406 light-years, HIP 42685 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 42685 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 42685 has an apparent magnitude of +8.38, placing it beyond naked-eye visibility. A good pair of binoculars or a small telescope is required to observe this star. Observers will note its blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.019.

الخصائص الفيزيائية

النوع الطيفي B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
مؤشر اللون (B−V) -0,019

الرصد

القدر الظاهري +8.38
القدر المطلق 0,21
المسافة 1,406 ly

الموضع

المطلع المستقيم 8h 42,00m
الميل -42° 35,86′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 42685?
HIP 42685 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 42685 from Earth?
HIP 42685 is approximately 1,405.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 42685 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.38, HIP 42685 is not visible to the naked eye.