HIP 5960

HIP 5960 is a K-type (Orange) star.

At a distance of roughly 3,048 light-years, HIP 5960 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 5960 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 5960 has an apparent magnitude of +7.88, 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 +1.416.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,416

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +7.88
Absolute Helligkeit -1,97
Entfernung 3,048 ly

Position

Rektaszension 1h 16,67m
Deklination -38° 7,18′

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What type of star is HIP 5960?
HIP 5960 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 5960 from Earth?
HIP 5960 is approximately 3,048.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 5960 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.88, HIP 5960 is not visible to the naked eye.