HIP 26606

HIP 26606 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,059 light-years, HIP 26606 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 26606 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.98, HIP 26606 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 +0.144.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Farbindex (B−V) 0,144

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +5.98
Absolute Helligkeit -1,58
Entfernung 1,059 ly

Position

Rektaszension 5h 39,31m
Deklination 29° 12,91′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 26606?
HIP 26606 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 26606 from Earth?
HIP 26606 is approximately 1,059.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 26606 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.98, HIP 26606 is visible to the naked eye.