HIP 12172
HIP 12172 is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Andromeda.
At a distance of roughly 1,259 light-years, HIP 12172 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 12172 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 12172 has an apparent magnitude of +9.55, 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 +0.114.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class A — A-type (White) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,114 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +9.55 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 1,62 |
| Entfernung | 1,259 ly |
| Sternbild | Andromeda |
Position
| Rektaszension | 2h 36,85m |
| Deklination | 49° 59,88′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 12172?
HIP 12172 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 12172 from Earth?
HIP 12172 is approximately 1,259.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 12172 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.55, HIP 12172 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 12172 in?
HIP 12172 is located in the constellation Andromeda.