HIP 66581

HIP 66581 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Virgo.

At a distance of roughly 1,717 light-years, HIP 66581 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 66581 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 66581 has an apparent magnitude of +7.73, 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 +1.535.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,535

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +7.73
Absolute Helligkeit -0,88
Entfernung 1,717 ly
Sternbild Virgo

Position

Rektaszension 13h 38,91m
Deklination -2° 31,84′

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What type of star is HIP 66581?
HIP 66581 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 66581 from Earth?
HIP 66581 is approximately 1,716.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 66581 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.73, HIP 66581 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 66581 in?
HIP 66581 is located in the constellation Virgo.