HIP 60870
HIP 60870 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Crux.
Located approximately 138.2 light-years from Earth, HIP 60870 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 60870 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 60870 has an apparent magnitude of +6.15, 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 yellow hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.920.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,920 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +6.15 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 3,02 |
| Entfernung | 138 ly |
| Sternbild | Crux |
Position
| Rektaszension | 12h 28,56m |
| Deklination | -56° 24,47′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 60870?
HIP 60870 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 60870 from Earth?
HIP 60870 is approximately 138.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 60870 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.15, HIP 60870 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 60870 in?
HIP 60870 is located in the constellation Crux.