HIP 48259

HIP 48259 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.

At a distance of roughly 2,330 light-years, HIP 48259 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 48259 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 48259 has an apparent magnitude of +8.94, 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 +0.026.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Farbindex (B−V) 0,026

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +8.94
Absolute Helligkeit -0,33
Entfernung 2,330 ly

Position

Rektaszension 9h 50,29m
Deklination -55° 16,27′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 48259?
HIP 48259 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 48259 from Earth?
HIP 48259 is approximately 2,329.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 48259 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.94, HIP 48259 is not visible to the naked eye.