HIP 50456
HIP 50456 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.
At a distance of roughly 2,652 light-years, HIP 50456 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 50456 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.52, HIP 50456 sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.277.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | B Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,277 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +5.52 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | -4,03 |
| Entfernung | 2,652 ly |
Position
| Rektaszension | 10h 18,13m |
| Deklination | -28° 59,52′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HIP 50456?
HIP 50456 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 50456 from Earth?
HIP 50456 is approximately 2,651.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 50456 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.52, HIP 50456 is visible to the naked eye.