HIP 61940
HIP 61940 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Crux.
Located approximately 180.8 light-years from Earth, HIP 61940 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 61940 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 61940 has an apparent magnitude of +9.11, 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 yellow-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.737.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,737 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +9.11 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 5,39 |
| Entfernung | 181 ly |
| Sternbild | Crux |
Position
| Rektaszension | 12h 41,63m |
| Deklination | -56° 38,00′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 61940?
HIP 61940 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 61940 from Earth?
HIP 61940 is approximately 180.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 61940 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.11, HIP 61940 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 61940 in?
HIP 61940 is located in the constellation Crux.