HIP 57942

HIP 57942 is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

Located approximately 615.4 light-years from Earth, HIP 57942 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 57942 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 57942 has an apparent magnitude of +7.69, 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 +0.289.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class A — A-type (White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,289

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +7.69
Magnitude Absolue 1,31
Distance 615 ly
Constellation Centaurus

Position

Ascension droite 11h 52,96m
Déclinaison -41° 46,84′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 57942?
HIP 57942 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 57942 from Earth?
HIP 57942 is approximately 615.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 57942 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.69, HIP 57942 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 57942 in?
HIP 57942 is located in the constellation Centaurus.