HIP 50962

HIP 50962 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,299 light-years, HIP 50962 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 50962 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 50962 has an apparent magnitude of +8.15, 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 -0.020.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Farbindex (B−V) -0,020

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +8.15
Absolute Helligkeit 0,15
Entfernung 1,299 ly

Position

Rektaszension 10h 24,57m
Deklination -41° 8,47′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 50962?
HIP 50962 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 50962 from Earth?
HIP 50962 is approximately 1,299.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 50962 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.15, HIP 50962 is not visible to the naked eye.