HIP 60379

HIP 60379 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Crux.

Located approximately 361.6 light-years from Earth, HIP 60379 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 60379 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.38, HIP 60379 sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.098.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) -0,098

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +5.38
Magnitude Absolue 0,16
Distance 362 ly
Constellation Crux

Position

Ascension droite 12h 22,82m
Déclinaison -57° 40,57′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 60379?
HIP 60379 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 60379 from Earth?
HIP 60379 is approximately 361.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 60379 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.38, HIP 60379 is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 60379 in?
HIP 60379 is located in the constellation Crux.