HIP 117520
HIP 117520 is a M-type (Red) star.
At a distance of roughly 2,652 light-years, HIP 117520 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 117520 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 117520 has an apparent magnitude of +7.47, 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 +1.495.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,495 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +7.47 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | -2,08 |
| Entfernung | 2,652 ly |
Position
| Rektaszension | 23h 49,97m |
| Deklination | -61° 8,12′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 117520?
HIP 117520 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 117520 from Earth?
HIP 117520 is approximately 2,651.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 117520 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.47, HIP 117520 is not visible to the naked eye.