HIP 50676

HIP 50676 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,148 light-years, HIP 50676 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 50676 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +4.50, HIP 50676 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 hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.102.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Farbindex (B−V) -0,102

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +4.50
Absolute Helligkeit -3,23
Entfernung 1,148 ly

Position

Rektaszension 10h 20,91m
Deklination -56° 2,59′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 50676?
HIP 50676 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 50676 from Earth?
HIP 50676 is approximately 1,148.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 50676 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.50, HIP 50676 is visible to the naked eye.