HIP 31278
HIP 31278 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.
Located approximately 553.8 light-years from Earth, HIP 31278 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 31278 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.09, HIP 31278 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 hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.132.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | B Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | -0,132 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +5.09 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | -1,06 |
| Entfernung | 554 ly |
Position
| Rektaszension | 6h 33,63m |
| Deklination | -1° 13,21′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HIP 31278?
HIP 31278 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 31278 from Earth?
HIP 31278 is approximately 553.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 31278 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.09, HIP 31278 is visible to the naked eye.