HIP 117661
HIP 117661 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.
At a distance of roughly 1,561 light-years, HIP 117661 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 117661 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 117661 has an apparent magnitude of +8.36, 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 -0.068.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | B Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | -0,068 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +8.36 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | -0,04 |
| Entfernung | 1,561 ly |
Position
| Rektaszension | 23h 51,75m |
| Deklination | -64° 48,23′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HIP 117661?
HIP 117661 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 117661 from Earth?
HIP 117661 is approximately 1,560.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 117661 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.36, HIP 117661 is not visible to the naked eye.