HIP 62951

HIP 62951 is a A-type (White) star.

HIP 62951 lies approximately 24.6 light-years from Earth, placing it within the Sun's local stellar neighborhood. This relatively short cosmic distance means the light reaching us today departed the star only about 24 years ago.

HIP 62951 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 62951 has an apparent magnitude of +8.51, 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 white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.497.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale A Class A — A-type (White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,497

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.51
Magnitude Absolue 9,13
Distance 24.6 ly

Position

Ascension droite 12h 53,98m
Déclinaison -18° 2,09′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 62951?
HIP 62951 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 62951 from Earth?
HIP 62951 is approximately 24.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 62951 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.51, HIP 62951 is not visible to the naked eye.