HIP 42088

HIP 42088 is a K-type (Orange) star.

Located approximately 849.4 light-years from Earth, HIP 42088 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 42088 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.01, HIP 42088 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 +1.304.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse K Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,304

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +5.01
Absolute Helligkeit -2,07
Entfernung 849 ly

Position

Rektaszension 8h 34,73m
Deklination -49° 56,65′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 42088?
HIP 42088 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 42088 from Earth?
HIP 42088 is approximately 849.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 42088 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.01, HIP 42088 is visible to the naked eye.