HIP 42725

HIP 42725 is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Ursa Major.

At a distance of roughly 2,160 light-years, HIP 42725 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 42725 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 42725 has an apparent magnitude of +8.80, 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 +0.127.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class A — A-type (White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,127

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.80
Magnitude Absolue -0,30
Distance 2,160 ly
Constellation Ursa Major

Position

Ascension droite 8h 42,42m
Déclinaison 63° 5,81′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 42725?
HIP 42725 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 42725 from Earth?
HIP 42725 is approximately 2,160.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 42725 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.80, HIP 42725 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 42725 in?
HIP 42725 is located in the constellation Ursa Major.