HIP 51476

HIP 51476 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,080 light-years, HIP 51476 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 51476 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 51476 has an apparent magnitude of +8.06, 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 -0.035.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.035

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +8.06
Absolute Magnitude 0.46
Distance 1,080 ly

Position

Right Ascension 10h 30.86m
Declination -54° 0.79′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 51476?
HIP 51476 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 51476 from Earth?
HIP 51476 is approximately 1,080.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 51476 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.06, HIP 51476 is not visible to the naked eye.