HIP 48872
HIP 48872 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Ursa Major.
Located approximately 729.7 light-years from Earth, HIP 48872 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 48872 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 48872 has an apparent magnitude of +7.74, 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 +1.260.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,260 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +7.74 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 0,99 |
| Entfernung | 730 ly |
| Sternbild | Ursa Major |
Position
| Rektaszension | 9h 58,06m |
| Deklination | 62° 7,78′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 48872?
HIP 48872 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 48872 from Earth?
HIP 48872 is approximately 729.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 48872 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.74, HIP 48872 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 48872 in?
HIP 48872 is located in the constellation Ursa Major.