HIP 59581

HIP 59581 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Virgo.

At a distance of roughly 1,177 light-years, HIP 59581 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 59581 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 59581 has an apparent magnitude of +9.24, 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 +1.030.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,030

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +9.24
Absolute Helligkeit 1,45
Entfernung 1,177 ly
Sternbild Virgo

Position

Rektaszension 12h 13,10m
Deklination 13° 3,68′

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What type of star is HIP 59581?
HIP 59581 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 59581 from Earth?
HIP 59581 is approximately 1,177.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 59581 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.24, HIP 59581 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 59581 in?
HIP 59581 is located in the constellation Virgo.