HIP 42487

HIP 42487 is a A-type (White) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,080 light-years, HIP 42487 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 42487 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 42487 has an apparent magnitude of +8.91, 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-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.163.

物理特性

光谱类型 A Class A — A-type (White)
色指数 (B−V) 0.163

观测

视星等 +8.91
绝对星等 1.31
距离 1,080 ly

位置

赤经 8h 39.72m
赤纬 18° 33.17′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 42487?
HIP 42487 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 42487 from Earth?
HIP 42487 is approximately 1,080.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 42487 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.91, HIP 42487 is not visible to the naked eye.