HIP 42242

HIP 42242 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,896 light-years, HIP 42242 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 42242 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 42242 has an apparent magnitude of +7.38, 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 -0.102.

物理的特性

スペクトル型 B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
色指数 (B−V) -0.102

観測

見かけの等級 +7.38
絶対等級 -1.44
距離 1,896 ly

位置

赤経 8h 36.71m
赤緯 -47° 59.90′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 42242?
HIP 42242 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 42242 from Earth?
HIP 42242 is approximately 1,896.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 42242 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.38, HIP 42242 is not visible to the naked eye.