HIP 31870
HIP 31870 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Canis Major.
Located approximately 239.3 light-years from Earth, HIP 31870 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 31870 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.70, HIP 31870 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 +1.134.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,134 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +5.70 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 1,37 |
| Entfernung | 239 ly |
| Sternbild | Canis Major |
Position
| Rektaszension | 6h 39,71m |
| Deklination | -30° 28,23′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 31870?
HIP 31870 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 31870 from Earth?
HIP 31870 is approximately 239.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 31870 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.70, HIP 31870 is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 31870 in?
HIP 31870 is located in the constellation Canis Major.