HIP 18996

HIP 18996 is a M-type (Red) star located in the constellation Taurus.

HIP 18996 is an extraordinarily remote star, situated approximately 326,156 light-years from Earth.

HIP 18996 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 18996 has an apparent magnitude of +8.62, 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 +1.799.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class M — M-type (Red)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,799

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +8.62
Absolute Helligkeit -11,38
Entfernung 326,156 ly
Sternbild Taurus

Position

Rektaszension 4h 4,20m
Deklination 25° 23,94′

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What type of star is HIP 18996?
HIP 18996 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 18996 from Earth?
HIP 18996 is approximately 326,156.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 18996 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.62, HIP 18996 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 18996 in?
HIP 18996 is located in the constellation Taurus.