HIP 62540
HIP 62540 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Virgo.
Located approximately 163.4 light-years from Earth, HIP 62540 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 62540 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 62540 has an apparent magnitude of +9.64, 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 +0.900.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,900 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +9.64 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 6,14 |
| Entfernung | 163 ly |
| Sternbild | Virgo |
Position
| Rektaszension | 12h 48,90m |
| Deklination | 7° 32,96′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 62540?
HIP 62540 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 62540 from Earth?
HIP 62540 is approximately 163.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 62540 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.64, HIP 62540 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 62540 in?
HIP 62540 is located in the constellation Virgo.