HIP 6874

HIP 6874 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Andromeda.

At a distance of roughly 2,160 light-years, HIP 6874 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 6874 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 6874 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 blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.094.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,094

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.51
Magnitude Absolue -0,60
Distance 2,160 ly
Constellation Andromeda

Position

Ascension droite 1h 28,48m
Déclinaison 48° 19,22′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 6874?
HIP 6874 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 6874 from Earth?
HIP 6874 is approximately 2,160.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 6874 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.51, HIP 6874 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 6874 in?
HIP 6874 is located in the constellation Andromeda.