HIP 46689

HIP 46689 is a M-type (Red) star located in the constellation Leo.

At a distance of roughly 3,229 light-years, HIP 46689 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 46689 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 46689 has an apparent magnitude of +7.79, 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 +1.528.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class M — M-type (Red)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,528

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +7.79
Absolute Helligkeit -2,19
Entfernung 3,229 ly
Sternbild Leo

Position

Rektaszension 9h 31,10m
Deklination 25° 2,83′

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What type of star is HIP 46689?
HIP 46689 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 46689 from Earth?
HIP 46689 is approximately 3,229.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 46689 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.79, HIP 46689 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 46689 in?
HIP 46689 is located in the constellation Leo.