HIP 108509

HIP 108509 is a M-type (Red) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,235 light-years, HIP 108509 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 108509 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 108509 has an apparent magnitude of +8.37, 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 +1.612.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class M — M-type (Red)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,612

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +8.37
Absolute Helligkeit 0,48
Entfernung 1,235 ly

Position

Rektaszension 21h 58,95m
Deklination -39° 31,35′

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What type of star is HIP 108509?
HIP 108509 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 108509 from Earth?
HIP 108509 is approximately 1,235.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 108509 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.37, HIP 108509 is not visible to the naked eye.