HIP 31166

HIP 31166 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Canis Major.

At a distance of roughly 3,136 light-years, HIP 31166 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 31166 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 31166 has an apparent magnitude of +8.62, 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 -0.062.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Índice de cor (B−V) -0,062

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +8.62
Magnitude Absoluta -1,30
Distância 3,136 ly
Constelação Canis Major

Posição

Ascensão reta 6h 32,38m
Declinação -20° 3,00′

Perguntas frequentes

What type of star is HIP 31166?
HIP 31166 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 31166 from Earth?
HIP 31166 is approximately 3,136.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 31166 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.62, HIP 31166 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 31166 in?
HIP 31166 is located in the constellation Canis Major.