HIP 42068
HIP 42068 is a M-type (Red) star located in the constellation Ursa Major.
At a distance of roughly 1,496 light-years, HIP 42068 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 42068 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 42068 has an apparent magnitude of +8.35, 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 +1.293.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,293 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +8.35 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 0,04 |
| Entfernung | 1,496 ly |
| Sternbild | Ursa Major |
Position
| Rektaszension | 8h 34,46m |
| Deklination | 67° 11,34′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 42068?
HIP 42068 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 42068 from Earth?
HIP 42068 is approximately 1,496.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 42068 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.35, HIP 42068 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 42068 in?
HIP 42068 is located in the constellation Ursa Major.