HIP 48251

HIP 48251 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,717 light-years, HIP 48251 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 48251 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 48251 has an apparent magnitude of +8.09, 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 -0.020.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Farbindex (B−V) -0,020

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +8.09
Absolute Helligkeit -0,52
Entfernung 1,717 ly

Position

Rektaszension 9h 50,19m
Deklination -58° 12,94′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 48251?
HIP 48251 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 48251 from Earth?
HIP 48251 is approximately 1,716.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 48251 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.09, HIP 48251 is not visible to the naked eye.