HIP 49969
HIP 49969 is a M-type (Red) star.
HIP 49969 lies approximately 40.2 light-years from Earth, placing it within the Sun's local stellar neighborhood. This relatively short cosmic distance means the light reaching us today departed the star only about 40 years ago.
HIP 49969 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +10.64, HIP 49969 is a faint star that requires a telescope to observe. It is invisible to the naked eye and too dim for most binoculars. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.566.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | M Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,566 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +10.64 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 10,18 |
| Entfernung | 40.2 ly |
Position
| Rektaszension | 10h 12,08m |
| Deklination | -2° 41,08′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HIP 49969?
HIP 49969 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 49969 from Earth?
HIP 49969 is approximately 40.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 49969 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 10.64, HIP 49969 is not visible to the naked eye.