HIP 78231
HIP 78231 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.
At a distance of roughly 3,020 light-years, HIP 78231 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 78231 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 78231 has an apparent magnitude of +8.50, 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 +0.001.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | B Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,001 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +8.50 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | -1,33 |
| Entfernung | 3,020 ly |
Position
| Rektaszension | 15h 58,47m |
| Deklination | -62° 3,63′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HIP 78231?
HIP 78231 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 78231 from Earth?
HIP 78231 is approximately 3,020.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 78231 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.50, HIP 78231 is not visible to the naked eye.