HIP 42990

HIP 42990 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Ursa Major.

At a distance of roughly 2,064 light-years, HIP 42990 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 42990 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 42990 has an apparent magnitude of +9.17, 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 +1.094.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,094

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +9.17
Absolute Helligkeit 0,16
Entfernung 2,064 ly
Sternbild Ursa Major

Position

Rektaszension 8h 45,75m
Deklination 50° 49,67′

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What type of star is HIP 42990?
HIP 42990 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 42990 from Earth?
HIP 42990 is approximately 2,064.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 42990 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.17, HIP 42990 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 42990 in?
HIP 42990 is located in the constellation Ursa Major.