HIP 62436

HIP 62436 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Crux.

HIP 62436 is an extraordinarily remote star, situated approximately 326,156 light-years from Earth.

HIP 62436 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 62436 has an apparent magnitude of +8.40, 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 +1.634.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,634

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +8.40
Absolute Helligkeit -11,60
Entfernung 326,156 ly
Sternbild Crux

Position

Rektaszension 12h 47,77m
Deklination -57° 2,67′

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What type of star is HIP 62436?
HIP 62436 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 62436 from Earth?
HIP 62436 is approximately 326,156.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 62436 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.40, HIP 62436 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 62436 in?
HIP 62436 is located in the constellation Crux.