HIP 12609

HIP 12609 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Perseus.

HIP 12609 is an extraordinarily remote star, situated approximately 326,156 light-years from Earth.

HIP 12609 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 12609 has an apparent magnitude of +8.86, 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 +0.109.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,109

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.86
Magnitude Absolue -11,14
Distance 326,156 ly
Constellation Perseus

Position

Ascension droite 2h 42,11m
Déclinaison 57° 25,22′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 12609?
HIP 12609 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 12609 from Earth?
HIP 12609 is approximately 326,156.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 12609 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.86, HIP 12609 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 12609 in?
HIP 12609 is located in the constellation Perseus.