HIP 31604

HIP 31604 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Canis Major.

At a distance of roughly 1,240 light-years, HIP 31604 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 31604 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 31604 has an apparent magnitude of +9.06, 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 yellow-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.710.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,710

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +9.06
Magnitude Absolue 1,16
Distance 1,240 ly
Constellation Canis Major

Position

Ascension droite 6h 36,87m
Déclinaison -12° 51,08′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 31604?
HIP 31604 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 31604 from Earth?
HIP 31604 is approximately 1,240.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 31604 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.06, HIP 31604 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 31604 in?
HIP 31604 is located in the constellation Canis Major.