HIP 51488
HIP 51488 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.
At a distance of roughly 1,726 light-years, HIP 51488 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 51488 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 51488 has an apparent magnitude of +8.05, 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 -0.057.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | B Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | -0,057 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +8.05 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | -0,57 |
| Entfernung | 1,726 ly |
Position
| Rektaszension | 10h 30,97m |
| Deklination | -61° 36,81′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HIP 51488?
HIP 51488 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 51488 from Earth?
HIP 51488 is approximately 1,725.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 51488 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.05, HIP 51488 is not visible to the naked eye.