HIP 17862
HIP 17862 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Taurus.
Located approximately 398.7 light-years from Earth, HIP 17862 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 17862 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 17862 has an apparent magnitude of +6.62, 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 -0.027.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | -0,027 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +6.62 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 1,18 |
| Entfernung | 399 ly |
| Sternbild | Taurus |
Position
| Rektaszension | 3h 49,36m |
| Deklination | 24° 22,86′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 17862?
HIP 17862 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 17862 from Earth?
HIP 17862 is approximately 398.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 17862 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.62, HIP 17862 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 17862 in?
HIP 17862 is located in the constellation Taurus.