HIP 5959
HIP 5959 is a K-type (Orange) star.
At a distance of roughly 1,342 light-years, HIP 5959 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 5959 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 5959 has an apparent magnitude of +8.72, 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 +1.183.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,183 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +8.72 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 0,65 |
| Entfernung | 1,342 ly |
Position
| Rektaszension | 1h 16,66m |
| Deklination | -25° 40,45′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 5959?
HIP 5959 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 5959 from Earth?
HIP 5959 is approximately 1,342.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 5959 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.72, HIP 5959 is not visible to the naked eye.