HIP 38906

HIP 38906 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,106 light-years, HIP 38906 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 38906 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 38906 has an apparent magnitude of +6.86, placing it beyond naked-eye visibility. A good pair of binoculars or a small telescope is required to observe this star. Observers will note its blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.009.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.009

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +6.86
Absolute Magnitude -0.79
Distance 1,106 ly

Position

Right Ascension 7h 57.75m
Declination -60° 55.59′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 38906?
HIP 38906 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 38906 from Earth?
HIP 38906 is approximately 1,105.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 38906 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.86, HIP 38906 is not visible to the naked eye.