HIP 29973

HIP 29973 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Canis Major.

Located approximately 664.3 light-years from Earth, HIP 29973 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 29973 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 29973 has an apparent magnitude of +8.64, 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 -0.004.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) -0,004

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.64
Magnitude Absolue 2,10
Distance 664 ly
Constellation Canis Major

Position

Ascension droite 6h 18,60m
Déclinaison -14° 21,59′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 29973?
HIP 29973 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 29973 from Earth?
HIP 29973 is approximately 664.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 29973 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.64, HIP 29973 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 29973 in?
HIP 29973 is located in the constellation Canis Major.