HIP 42698

HIP 42698 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.

At a distance of roughly 2,160 light-years, HIP 42698 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 42698 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 42698 has an apparent magnitude of +8.24, 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 hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.073.

भौतिक गुण

वर्णक्रम वर्ग B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
रंग सूचकांक (B−V) -0.073

प्रेक्षण

आभासी परिमाण +8.24
निरपेक्ष परिमाण -0.86
दूरी 2,160 ly

स्थिति

दक्षिणांश 8h 42.13m
दिगंश -48° 14.68′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 42698?
HIP 42698 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 42698 from Earth?
HIP 42698 is approximately 2,160.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 42698 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.24, HIP 42698 is not visible to the naked eye.