HIP 16740
HIP 16740 is a F-type (Yellow-White) star located in the constellation Taurus.
Located approximately 558.5 light-years from Earth, HIP 16740 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 16740 is classified as a spectral class F star (F-type (Yellow-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 16740 has an apparent magnitude of +8.56, 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 yellow-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.700.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,700 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +8.56 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 2,39 |
| Entfernung | 558 ly |
| Sternbild | Taurus |
Position
| Rektaszension | 3h 35,34m |
| Deklination | 26° 51,01′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 16740?
HIP 16740 is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is HIP 16740 from Earth?
HIP 16740 is approximately 558.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 16740 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.56, HIP 16740 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 16740 in?
HIP 16740 is located in the constellation Taurus.