HIP 116538

HIP 116538 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Cassiopeia.

Located approximately 860.6 light-years from Earth, HIP 116538 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 116538 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 116538 has an apparent magnitude of +9.19, 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-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.100.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Farbindex (B−V) 0,100

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +9.19
Absolute Helligkeit 2,08
Entfernung 861 ly
Sternbild Cassiopeia

Position

Rektaszension 23h 37,06m
Deklination 57° 58,87′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 116538?
HIP 116538 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 116538 from Earth?
HIP 116538 is approximately 860.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 116538 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.19, HIP 116538 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 116538 in?
HIP 116538 is located in the constellation Cassiopeia.