57 Hya

57 Hya

57 Hya is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation 57 Hya.

Located approximately 447.4 light-years from Earth, 57 Hya resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.76, 57 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 -0.007.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.007

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.76
Absolute Magnitude 0.07
Distance 447 ly

Position

Right Ascension 14h 47.96m
Declination -26° 38.77′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 57 Hya?
57 Hya is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 57 Hya from Earth?
57 Hya is approximately 447.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 57 Hya with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.76, 57 Hya is visible to the naked eye.