HIP 11840

HIP 11840 is a K-type (Orange) star.

Located approximately 271.6 light-years from Earth, HIP 11840 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 11840 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.84, HIP 11840 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 +1.083.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse K Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,083

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +5.84
Absolute Helligkeit 1,24
Entfernung 272 ly

Position

Rektaszension 2h 32,88m
Deklination 34° 32,54′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 11840?
HIP 11840 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 11840 from Earth?
HIP 11840 is approximately 271.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 11840 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.84, HIP 11840 is visible to the naked eye.