HIP 72438

HIP 72438 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,406 light-years, HIP 72438 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 72438 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.91, HIP 72438 sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.106.

Đặc tính vật lý

Phân Loại Quang Phổ B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Chỉ số màu (B−V) -0,106

Quan sát

Cấp Sao Biểu Kiến +5.91
Cấp Sao Tuyệt Đối -2,26
Khoảng Cách 1,406 ly

Vị trí

Xích kinh 14h 48,74m
Xích vĩ -66° 35,61′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 72438?
HIP 72438 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 72438 from Earth?
HIP 72438 is approximately 1,405.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 72438 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.91, HIP 72438 is visible to the naked eye.