HIP 28742
HIP 28742 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Gemini.
Located approximately 538.2 light-years from Earth, HIP 28742 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 28742 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 28742 has an apparent magnitude of +6.95, 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 +0.950.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,950 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +6.95 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 0,86 |
| Entfernung | 538 ly |
| Sternbild | Gemini |
Position
| Rektaszension | 6h 4,20m |
| Deklination | 25° 26,64′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 28742?
HIP 28742 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 28742 from Earth?
HIP 28742 is approximately 538.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 28742 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.95, HIP 28742 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 28742 in?
HIP 28742 is located in the constellation Gemini.