HIP 12178
HIP 12178 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Cassiopeia.
At a distance of roughly 1,226 light-years, HIP 12178 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 12178 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 12178 has an apparent magnitude of +7.73, 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 +0.217.
Propriétés physiques
| Classe Spectrale | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Indice de couleur (B−V) | 0,217 |
Observation
| Magnitude Apparente | +7.73 |
| Magnitude Absolue | -0,15 |
| Distance | 1,226 ly |
| Constellation | Cassiopeia |
Position
| Ascension droite | 2h 36,92m |
| Déclinaison | 59° 53,02′ |
Questions fréquentes
What type of star is HIP 12178?
HIP 12178 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 12178 from Earth?
HIP 12178 is approximately 1,226.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 12178 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.73, HIP 12178 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 12178 in?
HIP 12178 is located in the constellation Cassiopeia.