HIP 59720
HIP 59720 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Virgo.
Located approximately 668.4 light-years from Earth, HIP 59720 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 59720 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 59720 has an apparent magnitude of +8.83, 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 +1.376.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,376 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +8.83 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 2,27 |
| Entfernung | 668 ly |
| Sternbild | Virgo |
Position
| Rektaszension | 12h 14,86m |
| Deklination | -10° 24,03′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 59720?
HIP 59720 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 59720 from Earth?
HIP 59720 is approximately 668.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 59720 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.83, HIP 59720 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 59720 in?
HIP 59720 is located in the constellation Virgo.