HIP 85656

HIP 85656 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.

Located approximately 765.6 light-years from Earth, HIP 85656 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 85656 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 85656 has an apparent magnitude of +8.11, 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 +0.035.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Farbindex (B−V) 0,035

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +8.11
Absolute Helligkeit 1,26
Entfernung 766 ly

Position

Rektaszension 17h 30,32m
Deklination -51° 58,65′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 85656?
HIP 85656 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 85656 from Earth?
HIP 85656 is approximately 765.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 85656 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.11, HIP 85656 is not visible to the naked eye.