HIP 12600

HIP 12600 is a K-type (Orange) star.

Located approximately 421.4 light-years from Earth, HIP 12600 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 12600 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 12600 has an apparent magnitude of +6.81, 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 +1.036.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse K Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,036

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +6.81
Absolute Helligkeit 1,25
Entfernung 421 ly

Position

Rektaszension 2h 42,01m
Deklination 30° 56,15′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 12600?
HIP 12600 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 12600 from Earth?
HIP 12600 is approximately 421.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 12600 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.81, HIP 12600 is not visible to the naked eye.