HIP 42866

HIP 42866 is a A-type (White) star.

Located approximately 956.5 light-years from Earth, HIP 42866 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 42866 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 42866 has an apparent magnitude of +9.67, 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 +0.079.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse A Class A — A-type (White)
Farbindex (B−V) 0,079

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +9.67
Absolute Helligkeit 2,33
Entfernung 956 ly

Position

Rektaszension 8h 44,13m
Deklination -9° 22,88′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 42866?
HIP 42866 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 42866 from Earth?
HIP 42866 is approximately 956.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 42866 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.67, HIP 42866 is not visible to the naked eye.