HIP 42801

HIP 42801 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Ursa Major.

At a distance of roughly 2,064 light-years, HIP 42801 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 42801 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 42801 has an apparent magnitude of +8.44, 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 yellow hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.844.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 0,844

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +8.44
Absolute Helligkeit -0,57
Entfernung 2,064 ly
Sternbild Ursa Major

Position

Rektaszension 8h 43,23m
Deklination 63° 20,04′

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What type of star is HIP 42801?
HIP 42801 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 42801 from Earth?
HIP 42801 is approximately 2,064.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 42801 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.44, HIP 42801 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 42801 in?
HIP 42801 is located in the constellation Ursa Major.