19 Hya

19 Hya

19 Hya is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation 19 Hya.

Located approximately 614.2 light-years from Earth, 19 Hya resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.60, 19 Hya 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 -0.057.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.057

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.60
Absolute Magnitude -0.78
Distance 614 ly

Position

Right Ascension 9h 8.70m
Declination -8° 35.37′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 19 Hya?
19 Hya is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 19 Hya from Earth?
19 Hya is approximately 614.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 19 Hya with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.60, 19 Hya is visible to the naked eye.