HIP 104972

HIP 104972 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Cygnus.

At a distance of roughly 2,026 light-years, HIP 104972 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 104972 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 104972 has an apparent magnitude of +8.45, 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.439.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,439

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +8.45
Absolute Helligkeit -0,52
Entfernung 2,026 ly
Sternbild Cygnus

Position

Rektaszension 21h 15,74m
Deklination 38° 28,06′

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What type of star is HIP 104972?
HIP 104972 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 104972 from Earth?
HIP 104972 is approximately 2,025.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 104972 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.45, HIP 104972 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 104972 in?
HIP 104972 is located in the constellation Cygnus.