HIP 46741

HIP 46741 is a K-type (Orange) star.

Located approximately 789.7 light-years from Earth, HIP 46741 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 46741 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.46, HIP 46741 sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.556.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse K Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,556

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +5.46
Absolute Helligkeit -1,46
Entfernung 790 ly

Position

Rektaszension 9h 31,61m
Deklination -73° 4,85′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 46741?
HIP 46741 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 46741 from Earth?
HIP 46741 is approximately 789.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 46741 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.46, HIP 46741 is visible to the naked eye.