HIP 16742
HIP 16742 is a F-type (Yellow-White) star located in the constellation Taurus.
Located approximately 240.5 light-years from Earth, HIP 16742 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 16742 is classified as a spectral class F star (F-type (Yellow-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 16742 has an apparent magnitude of +8.67, 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 +0.568.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,568 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +8.67 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 4,33 |
| Entfernung | 241 ly |
| Sternbild | Taurus |
Position
| Rektaszension | 3h 35,36m |
| Deklination | 26° 51,16′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 16742?
HIP 16742 is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is HIP 16742 from Earth?
HIP 16742 is approximately 240.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 16742 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.67, HIP 16742 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 16742 in?
HIP 16742 is located in the constellation Taurus.