HIP 59263

HIP 59263 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Virgo.

At a distance of roughly 1,152 light-years, HIP 59263 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 59263 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 59263 has an apparent magnitude of +8.54, 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 +1.083.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,083

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +8.54
Absolute Helligkeit 0,80
Entfernung 1,152 ly
Sternbild Virgo

Position

Rektaszension 12h 9,36m
Deklination 3° 6,40′

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What type of star is HIP 59263?
HIP 59263 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 59263 from Earth?
HIP 59263 is approximately 1,152.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 59263 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.54, HIP 59263 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 59263 in?
HIP 59263 is located in the constellation Virgo.