HIP 117920
HIP 117920 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Cassiopeia.
At a distance of roughly 1,469 light-years, HIP 117920 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 117920 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 117920 has an apparent magnitude of +8.03, 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 -0.026.
Propriétés physiques
| Classe Spectrale | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Indice de couleur (B−V) | -0,026 |
Observation
| Magnitude Apparente | +8.03 |
| Magnitude Absolue | -0,24 |
| Distance | 1,469 ly |
| Constellation | Cassiopeia |
Position
| Ascension droite | 23h 55,08m |
| Déclinaison | 54° 35,44′ |
Questions fréquentes
What type of star is HIP 117920?
HIP 117920 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 117920 from Earth?
HIP 117920 is approximately 1,469.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 117920 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.03, HIP 117920 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 117920 in?
HIP 117920 is located in the constellation Cassiopeia.