HIP 102442
HIP 102442 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.
At a distance of roughly 1,431 light-years, HIP 102442 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 102442 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 102442 has an apparent magnitude of +8.15, 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 -0.036.
Propriétés physiques
| Classe Spectrale | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Indice de couleur (B−V) | -0,036 |
Observation
| Magnitude Apparente | +8.15 |
| Magnitude Absolue | -0,06 |
| Distance | 1,431 ly |
Position
| Ascension droite | 20h 45,49m |
| Déclinaison | 26° 6,35′ |
Questions fréquentes
What type of star is HIP 102442?
HIP 102442 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 102442 from Earth?
HIP 102442 is approximately 1,430.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 102442 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.15, HIP 102442 is not visible to the naked eye.