HIP 8742
HIP 8742 is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Perseus.
Located approximately 595.2 light-years from Earth, HIP 8742 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 8742 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 8742 has an apparent magnitude of +7.95, 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 white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.398.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class A — A-type (White) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,398 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +7.95 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 1,64 |
| Entfernung | 595 ly |
| Sternbild | Perseus |
Position
| Rektaszension | 1h 52,48m |
| Deklination | 49° 47,97′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 8742?
HIP 8742 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 8742 from Earth?
HIP 8742 is approximately 595.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 8742 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.95, HIP 8742 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 8742 in?
HIP 8742 is located in the constellation Perseus.