HIP 24473
HIP 24473 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Orion.
HIP 24473 is an extraordinarily remote star, situated approximately 326,156 light-years from Earth.
HIP 24473 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +10.42, HIP 24473 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 +0.026.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Color Index (B−V) | 0.026 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +10.42 |
| Absolute Magnitude | -9.58 |
| Distance | 326,156 ly |
| Constellation | Orion |
Position
| Right Ascension | 5h 15.14m |
| Declination | 6° 26.47′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HIP 24473?
HIP 24473 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 24473 from Earth?
HIP 24473 is approximately 326,156.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 24473 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 10.42, HIP 24473 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 24473 in?
HIP 24473 is located in the constellation Orion.