HIP 12161

HIP 12161 is a A-type (White) star.

Located approximately 776.6 light-years from Earth, HIP 12161 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 12161 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 12161 has an apparent magnitude of +8.55, 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 +0.302.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class A — A-type (White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,302

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.55
Magnitude Absolue 1,67
Distance 777 ly

Position

Ascension droite 2h 36,73m
Déclinaison 20° 42,04′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 12161?
HIP 12161 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 12161 from Earth?
HIP 12161 is approximately 776.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 12161 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.55, HIP 12161 is not visible to the naked eye.