HIP 61309

HIP 61309 is a K-type (Orange) star.

Located approximately 291.5 light-years from Earth, HIP 61309 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 61309 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.42, HIP 61309 sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.011.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse K Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,011

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +5.42
Absolute Helligkeit 0,66
Entfernung 291 ly

Position

Rektaszension 12h 33,65m
Deklination 33° 14,86′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 61309?
HIP 61309 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 61309 from Earth?
HIP 61309 is approximately 291.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 61309 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.42, HIP 61309 is visible to the naked eye.