HIP 59661

HIP 59661 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Ursa Major.

At a distance of roughly 1,182 light-years, HIP 59661 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 59661 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 59661 has an apparent magnitude of +8.11, 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 +1.131.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,131

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +8.11
Absolute Helligkeit 0,32
Entfernung 1,182 ly
Sternbild Ursa Major

Position

Rektaszension 12h 14,11m
Deklination 60° 26,98′

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What type of star is HIP 59661?
HIP 59661 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 59661 from Earth?
HIP 59661 is approximately 1,181.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 59661 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.11, HIP 59661 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 59661 in?
HIP 59661 is located in the constellation Ursa Major.