HIP 46887

HIP 46887 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,353 light-years, HIP 46887 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 46887 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 46887 has an apparent magnitude of +8.01, 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 +0.006.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Farbindex (B−V) 0,006

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +8.01
Absolute Helligkeit -0,08
Entfernung 1,353 ly

Position

Rektaszension 9h 33,28m
Deklination -52° 49,81′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 46887?
HIP 46887 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 46887 from Earth?
HIP 46887 is approximately 1,353.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 46887 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.01, HIP 46887 is not visible to the naked eye.