HIP 50740

HIP 50740 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,026 light-years, HIP 50740 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 50740 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 50740 has an apparent magnitude of +8.95, 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 -0.008.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Farbindex (B−V) -0,008

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +8.95
Absolute Helligkeit 1,46
Entfernung 1,026 ly

Position

Rektaszension 10h 21,63m
Deklination -67° 46,32′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 50740?
HIP 50740 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 50740 from Earth?
HIP 50740 is approximately 1,025.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 50740 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.95, HIP 50740 is not visible to the naked eye.