HIP 68358

HIP 68358 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

At a distance of roughly 1,673 light-years, HIP 68358 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 68358 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 68358 has an apparent magnitude of +9.71, 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-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.170.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Farbindex (B−V) 0,170

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +9.71
Absolute Helligkeit 1,16
Entfernung 1,673 ly
Sternbild Centaurus

Position

Rektaszension 13h 59,56m
Deklination -58° 23,85′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 68358?
HIP 68358 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 68358 from Earth?
HIP 68358 is approximately 1,672.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 68358 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.71, HIP 68358 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 68358 in?
HIP 68358 is located in the constellation Centaurus.