HIP 42877

HIP 42877 is a F-type (Yellow-White) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,102 light-years, HIP 42877 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 42877 is classified as a spectral class F star (F-type (Yellow-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +10.38, HIP 42877 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 white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.524.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class F Class F — F-type (Yellow-White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.524

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +10.38
Absolute Magnitude 2.74
Distance 1,102 ly

Position

Right Ascension 8h 44.30m
Declination 45° 10.20′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 42877?
HIP 42877 is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is HIP 42877 from Earth?
HIP 42877 is approximately 1,101.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 42877 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 10.38, HIP 42877 is not visible to the naked eye.