HIP 20842
HIP 20842 is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Taurus.
Located approximately 153.7 light-years from Earth, HIP 20842 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 20842 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.72, HIP 20842 sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.270.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class A — A-type (White) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,270 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +5.72 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 2,35 |
| Entfernung | 154 ly |
| Sternbild | Taurus |
Position
| Rektaszension | 4h 28,01m |
| Deklination | 21° 37,19′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 20842?
HIP 20842 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 20842 from Earth?
HIP 20842 is approximately 153.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 20842 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.72, HIP 20842 is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 20842 in?
HIP 20842 is located in the constellation Taurus.