HIP 117255

HIP 117255 is a K-type (Orange) star.

Located approximately 637.0 light-years from Earth, HIP 117255 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 117255 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 117255 has an apparent magnitude of +7.49, 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.150.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse K Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,150

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +7.49
Absolute Helligkeit 1,04
Entfernung 637 ly

Position

Rektaszension 23h 46,55m
Deklination -44° 49,72′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 117255?
HIP 117255 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 117255 from Earth?
HIP 117255 is approximately 637.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 117255 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.49, HIP 117255 is not visible to the naked eye.