HIP 4946

HIP 4946 is a K-type (Orange) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,885 light-years, HIP 4946 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 4946 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 4946 has an apparent magnitude of +8.96, 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 +1.655.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,655

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +8.96
Absolute Helligkeit 0,15
Entfernung 1,885 ly

Position

Rektaszension 1h 3,45m
Deklination 17° 9,02′

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What type of star is HIP 4946?
HIP 4946 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 4946 from Earth?
HIP 4946 is approximately 1,885.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 4946 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.96, HIP 4946 is not visible to the naked eye.