HIP 60246
HIP 60246 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Crux.
At a distance of roughly 2,965 light-years, HIP 60246 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 60246 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 60246 has an apparent magnitude of +8.51, 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 +0.069.
Propiedades físicas
| Clase Espectral | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Índice de color (B−V) | 0,069 |
Observación
| Magnitud Aparente | +8.51 |
| Magnitud Absoluta | -1,28 |
| Distancia | 2,965 ly |
| Constelación | Crux |
Posición
| Ascensión recta | 12h 21,21m |
| Declinación | -57° 18,23′ |
Preguntas frecuentes
What type of star is HIP 60246?
HIP 60246 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 60246 from Earth?
HIP 60246 is approximately 2,965.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 60246 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.51, HIP 60246 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 60246 in?
HIP 60246 is located in the constellation Crux.