HIP 48589

HIP 48589 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,607 light-years, HIP 48589 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 48589 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 48589 has an apparent magnitude of +6.64, 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 -0.173.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Farbindex (B−V) -0,173

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +6.64
Absolute Helligkeit -1,82
Entfernung 1,607 ly

Position

Rektaszension 9h 54,56m
Deklination -58° 25,28′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 48589?
HIP 48589 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 48589 from Earth?
HIP 48589 is approximately 1,606.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 48589 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.64, HIP 48589 is not visible to the naked eye.