HIP 11738

HIP 11738 is a K-type (Orange) star.

Located approximately 459.4 light-years from Earth, HIP 11738 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 11738 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.27, HIP 11738 sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.271.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse K Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,271

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +5.27
Absolute Helligkeit -0,47
Entfernung 459 ly

Position

Rektaszension 2h 31,50m
Deklination 2° 16,03′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 11738?
HIP 11738 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 11738 from Earth?
HIP 11738 is approximately 459.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 11738 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.27, HIP 11738 is visible to the naked eye.