HIP 17609

HIP 17609 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Taurus.

HIP 17609 lies approximately 48.1 light-years from Earth, placing it within the Sun's local stellar neighborhood. This relatively short cosmic distance means the light reaching us today departed the star only about 48 years ago.

HIP 17609 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 17609 has an apparent magnitude of +9.61, 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.437.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,437

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +9.61
Absolute Helligkeit 8,77
Entfernung 48.1 ly
Sternbild Taurus

Position

Rektaszension 3h 46,34m
Deklination 26° 12,93′

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What type of star is HIP 17609?
HIP 17609 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 17609 from Earth?
HIP 17609 is approximately 48.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 17609 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.61, HIP 17609 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 17609 in?
HIP 17609 is located in the constellation Taurus.