HIP 5397
HIP 5397 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.
HIP 5397 is an extraordinarily remote star, situated approximately 326,156 light-years from Earth.
HIP 5397 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +10.96, HIP 5397 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 hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.049.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Color Index (B−V) | -0.049 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +10.96 |
| Absolute Magnitude | -9.04 |
| Distance | 326,156 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 1h 9.07m |
| Declination | -72° 32.29′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HIP 5397?
HIP 5397 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 5397 from Earth?
HIP 5397 is approximately 326,156.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 5397 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 10.96, HIP 5397 is not visible to the naked eye.