HIP 42261
HIP 42261 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Ursa Major.
At a distance of roughly 1,132 light-years, HIP 42261 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 42261 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 42261 has an apparent magnitude of +8.33, 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 +1.427.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,427 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +8.33 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 0,63 |
| Entfernung | 1,132 ly |
| Sternbild | Ursa Major |
Position
| Rektaszension | 8h 37,06m |
| Deklination | 55° 50,35′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 42261?
HIP 42261 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 42261 from Earth?
HIP 42261 is approximately 1,132.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 42261 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.33, HIP 42261 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 42261 in?
HIP 42261 is located in the constellation Ursa Major.