HIP 104879

HIP 104879 is a A-type (White) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,226 light-years, HIP 104879 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 104879 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +10.34, HIP 104879 is a faint star that requires a telescope to observe. It is invisible to the naked eye and too dim for most binoculars. Observers will note its blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.277.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class A Class A — A-type (White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.277

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +10.34
Absolute Magnitude 2.46
Distance 1,226 ly

Position

Right Ascension 21h 14.70m
Declination 56° 16.35′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 104879?
HIP 104879 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 104879 from Earth?
HIP 104879 is approximately 1,226.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 104879 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 10.34, HIP 104879 is not visible to the naked eye.