HIP 116972
HIP 116972 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Pegasus.
Located approximately 367.7 light-years from Earth, HIP 116972 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 116972 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 116972 has an apparent magnitude of +6.30, 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 yellow hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.970.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,970 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +6.30 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 1,04 |
| Entfernung | 368 ly |
| Sternbild | Pegasus |
Position
| Rektaszension | 23h 42,73m |
| Deklination | 16° 20,14′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 116972?
HIP 116972 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 116972 from Earth?
HIP 116972 is approximately 367.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 116972 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.30, HIP 116972 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 116972 in?
HIP 116972 is located in the constellation Pegasus.