HIP 117985

HIP 117985 is a G-type (Yellow) star located in the constellation Aquarius.

At a distance of roughly 1,195 light-years, HIP 117985 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 117985 is classified as a spectral class G star (G-type (Yellow)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 117985 has an apparent magnitude of +8.61, 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 yellow hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.867.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class G — G-type (Yellow)
Farbindex (B−V) 0,867

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +8.61
Absolute Helligkeit 0,79
Entfernung 1,195 ly
Sternbild Aquarius

Position

Rektaszension 23h 55,90m
Deklination -24° 22,84′

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What type of star is HIP 117985?
HIP 117985 is a Class G — G-type (Yellow) star.
How far is HIP 117985 from Earth?
HIP 117985 is approximately 1,194.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 117985 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.61, HIP 117985 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 117985 in?
HIP 117985 is located in the constellation Aquarius.