HIP 38421
HIP 38421 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.
At a distance of roughly 1,576 light-years, HIP 38421 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 38421 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +11.49, HIP 38421 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 +0.000.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | B Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Color Index (B−V) | 0.000 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +11.49 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 3.07 |
| Distance | 1,576 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 7h 52.26m |
| Declination | -23° 58.47′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HIP 38421?
HIP 38421 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 38421 from Earth?
HIP 38421 is approximately 1,575.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 38421 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 11.49, HIP 38421 is not visible to the naked eye.