HIP 117942
HIP 117942 is a F-type (Yellow-White) star located in the constellation Andromeda.
Located approximately 490.5 light-years from Earth, HIP 117942 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 117942 is classified as a spectral class F star (F-type (Yellow-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 117942 has an apparent magnitude of +9.54, 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 white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.571.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,571 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +9.54 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 3,65 |
| Entfernung | 490 ly |
| Sternbild | Andromeda |
Position
| Rektaszension | 23h 55,40m |
| Deklination | 39° 21,59′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 117942?
HIP 117942 is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is HIP 117942 from Earth?
HIP 117942 is approximately 490.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 117942 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.54, HIP 117942 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 117942 in?
HIP 117942 is located in the constellation Andromeda.