HIP 104968

HIP 104968 is a K-type (Orange) star.

Located approximately 950.9 light-years from Earth, HIP 104968 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 104968 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.92, HIP 104968 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.531.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse K Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,531

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +5.92
Absolute Helligkeit -1,40
Entfernung 951 ly

Position

Rektaszension 21h 15,71m
Deklination 77° 0,74′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 104968?
HIP 104968 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 104968 from Earth?
HIP 104968 is approximately 950.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 104968 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.92, HIP 104968 is visible to the naked eye.