HIP 16518
HIP 16518 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Perseus.
At a distance of roughly 2,204 light-years, HIP 16518 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 16518 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.91, HIP 16518 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 -0.084.
Propriedades físicas
| Classe Espectral | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Índice de cor (B−V) | -0,084 |
Observação
| Magnitude Aparente | +5.91 |
| Magnitude Absoluta | -3,24 |
| Distância | 2,204 ly |
| Constelação | Perseus |
Posição
| Ascensão reta | 3h 32,67m |
| Declinação | 35° 27,70′ |
Perguntas frequentes
What type of star is HIP 16518?
HIP 16518 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 16518 from Earth?
HIP 16518 is approximately 2,203.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 16518 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.91, HIP 16518 is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 16518 in?
HIP 16518 is located in the constellation Perseus.