HIP 62187

HIP 62187 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

At a distance of roughly 2,398 light-years, HIP 62187 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 62187 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 62187 has an apparent magnitude of +7.40, 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.411.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,411

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +7.40
Absolute Helligkeit -1,93
Entfernung 2,398 ly
Sternbild Centaurus

Position

Rektaszension 12h 44,68m
Deklination -54° 5,12′

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What type of star is HIP 62187?
HIP 62187 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 62187 from Earth?
HIP 62187 is approximately 2,398.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 62187 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.40, HIP 62187 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 62187 in?
HIP 62187 is located in the constellation Centaurus.