HIP 62680

HIP 62680 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Crux.

At a distance of roughly 1,062 light-years, HIP 62680 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 62680 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 62680 has an apparent magnitude of +7.08, 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 +1.530.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,530

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +7.08
Absolute Helligkeit -0,48
Entfernung 1,062 ly
Sternbild Crux

Position

Rektaszension 12h 50,65m
Deklination -58° 9,98′

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What type of star is HIP 62680?
HIP 62680 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 62680 from Earth?
HIP 62680 is approximately 1,062.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 62680 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.08, HIP 62680 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 62680 in?
HIP 62680 is located in the constellation Crux.