HIP 100242
HIP 100242 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Cygnus.
At a distance of roughly 1,264 light-years, HIP 100242 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 100242 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 100242 has an apparent magnitude of +6.78, 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 hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.140.
Propriétés physiques
| Classe Spectrale | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Indice de couleur (B−V) | -0,140 |
Observation
| Magnitude Apparente | +6.78 |
| Magnitude Absolue | -1,16 |
| Distance | 1,264 ly |
| Constellation | Cygnus |
Position
| Ascension droite | 20h 19,83m |
| Déclinaison | 29° 43,61′ |
Questions fréquentes
What type of star is HIP 100242?
HIP 100242 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 100242 from Earth?
HIP 100242 is approximately 1,264.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 100242 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.78, HIP 100242 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 100242 in?
HIP 100242 is located in the constellation Cygnus.