HIP 16842
HIP 16842 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.
At a distance of roughly 1,299 light-years, HIP 16842 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 16842 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 16842 has an apparent magnitude of +9.85, 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 -0.018.
Propriétés physiques
| Classe Spectrale | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Indice de couleur (B−V) | -0,018 |
Observation
| Magnitude Apparente | +9.85 |
| Magnitude Absolue | 1,85 |
| Distance | 1,299 ly |
Position
| Ascension droite | 3h 36,77m |
| Déclinaison | -7° 7,28′ |
Questions fréquentes
What type of star is HIP 16842?
HIP 16842 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 16842 from Earth?
HIP 16842 is approximately 1,299.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 16842 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.85, HIP 16842 is not visible to the naked eye.