HIP 72438
HIP 72438 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.
At a distance of roughly 1,406 light-years, HIP 72438 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 72438 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.91, HIP 72438 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 -0.106.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | B Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | -0,106 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +5.91 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | -2,26 |
| Entfernung | 1,406 ly |
Position
| Rektaszension | 14h 48,74m |
| Deklination | -66° 35,61′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HIP 72438?
HIP 72438 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 72438 from Earth?
HIP 72438 is approximately 1,405.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 72438 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.91, HIP 72438 is visible to the naked eye.