HIP 31008

HIP 31008 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Canis Major.

HIP 31008 is an extraordinarily remote star, situated approximately 326,156 light-years from Earth.

HIP 31008 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 31008 has an apparent magnitude of +8.21, 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-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.004.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Farbindex (B−V) 0,004

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +8.21
Absolute Helligkeit -11,79
Entfernung 326,156 ly
Sternbild Canis Major

Position

Rektaszension 6h 30,44m
Deklination -15° 6,13′

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What type of star is HIP 31008?
HIP 31008 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 31008 from Earth?
HIP 31008 is approximately 326,156.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 31008 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.21, HIP 31008 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 31008 in?
HIP 31008 is located in the constellation Canis Major.