HIP 42923

HIP 42923 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,583 light-years, HIP 42923 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 42923 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.74, HIP 42923 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 -0.139.

物理特性

光谱类型 B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
色指数 (B−V) -0.139

观测

视星等 +5.74
绝对星等 -2.69
距离 1,583 ly

位置

赤经 8h 44.87m
赤纬 -37° 8.83′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 42923?
HIP 42923 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 42923 from Earth?
HIP 42923 is approximately 1,583.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 42923 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.74, HIP 42923 is visible to the naked eye.