HIP 42659
HIP 42659 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Ursa Major.
Located approximately 982.4 light-years from Earth, HIP 42659 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 42659 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 42659 has an apparent magnitude of +9.12, 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 +1.330.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,330 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +9.12 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 1,73 |
| Entfernung | 982 ly |
| Sternbild | Ursa Major |
Position
| Rektaszension | 8h 41,69m |
| Deklination | 52° 3,70′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 42659?
HIP 42659 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 42659 from Earth?
HIP 42659 is approximately 982.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 42659 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.12, HIP 42659 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 42659 in?
HIP 42659 is located in the constellation Ursa Major.