HIP 278
HIP 278 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Cassiopeia.
At a distance of roughly 2,077 light-years, HIP 278 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 278 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 278 has an apparent magnitude of +7.94, 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 -0.023.
Propriétés physiques
| Classe Spectrale | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Indice de couleur (B−V) | -0,023 |
Observation
| Magnitude Apparente | +7.94 |
| Magnitude Absolue | -1,08 |
| Distance | 2,077 ly |
| Constellation | Cassiopeia |
Position
| Ascension droite | 0h 3,45m |
| Déclinaison | 55° 33,05′ |
Questions fréquentes
What type of star is HIP 278?
HIP 278 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 278 from Earth?
HIP 278 is approximately 2,077.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 278 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.94, HIP 278 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 278 in?
HIP 278 is located in the constellation Cassiopeia.