HIP 117661

HIP 117661 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,561 light-years, HIP 117661 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 117661 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 117661 has an apparent magnitude of +8.36, 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 -0.068.

Đặc tính vật lý

Phân Loại Quang Phổ B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Chỉ số màu (B−V) -0,068

Quan sát

Cấp Sao Biểu Kiến +8.36
Cấp Sao Tuyệt Đối -0,04
Khoảng Cách 1,561 ly

Vị trí

Xích kinh 23h 51,75m
Xích vĩ -64° 48,23′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 117661?
HIP 117661 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 117661 from Earth?
HIP 117661 is approximately 1,560.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 117661 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.36, HIP 117661 is not visible to the naked eye.