HIP 26742
HIP 26742 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Orion.
At a distance of roughly 1,076 light-years, HIP 26742 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 26742 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 26742 has an apparent magnitude of +6.99, 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 -0.139.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | -0,139 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +6.99 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | -0,60 |
| Entfernung | 1,076 ly |
| Sternbild | Orion |
Position
| Rektaszension | 5h 40,94m |
| Deklination | -1° 30,43′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 26742?
HIP 26742 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 26742 from Earth?
HIP 26742 is approximately 1,076.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 26742 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.99, HIP 26742 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 26742 in?
HIP 26742 is located in the constellation Orion.