HIP 38551

HIP 38551 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,045 light-years, HIP 38551 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 38551 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 38551 has an apparent magnitude of +6.95, 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 -0.079.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) -0,079

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +6.95
Magnitude Absolue -0,58
Distance 1,045 ly

Position

Ascension droite 7h 53,64m
Déclinaison -23° 18,82′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 38551?
HIP 38551 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 38551 from Earth?
HIP 38551 is approximately 1,045.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 38551 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.95, HIP 38551 is not visible to the naked eye.