HIP 16948

HIP 16948 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Perseus.

HIP 16948 is an extraordinarily remote star, situated approximately 326,156 light-years from Earth.

HIP 16948 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 16948 has an apparent magnitude of +8.56, 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 +0.063.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,063

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.56
Magnitude Absolue -11,44
Distance 326,156 ly
Constellation Perseus

Position

Ascension droite 3h 38,06m
Déclinaison 48° 14,48′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 16948?
HIP 16948 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 16948 from Earth?
HIP 16948 is approximately 326,156.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 16948 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.56, HIP 16948 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 16948 in?
HIP 16948 is located in the constellation Perseus.