HIP 116851

HIP 116851 is a M-type (Red) star located in the constellation Aquarius.

Located approximately 950.9 light-years from Earth, HIP 116851 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 116851 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 116851 has an apparent magnitude of +6.61, 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 +1.592.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class M — M-type (Red)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,592

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +6.61
Absolute Helligkeit -0,71
Entfernung 951 ly
Sternbild Aquarius

Position

Rektaszension 23h 41,12m
Deklination -24° 9,63′

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What type of star is HIP 116851?
HIP 116851 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 116851 from Earth?
HIP 116851 is approximately 950.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 116851 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.61, HIP 116851 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 116851 in?
HIP 116851 is located in the constellation Aquarius.