HIP 42663
HIP 42663 is a G-type (Yellow) star located in the constellation Ursa Major.
At a distance of roughly 1,264 light-years, HIP 42663 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 42663 is classified as a spectral class G star (G-type (Yellow)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 42663 has an apparent magnitude of +8.48, 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 +1.039.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class G — G-type (Yellow) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,039 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +8.48 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 0,54 |
| Entfernung | 1,264 ly |
| Sternbild | Ursa Major |
Position
| Rektaszension | 8h 41,73m |
| Deklination | 56° 41,32′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 42663?
HIP 42663 is a Class G — G-type (Yellow) star.
How far is HIP 42663 from Earth?
HIP 42663 is approximately 1,264.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 42663 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.48, HIP 42663 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 42663 in?
HIP 42663 is located in the constellation Ursa Major.