HIP 68977
HIP 68977 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
At a distance of roughly 1,173 light-years, HIP 68977 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 68977 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 68977 has an apparent magnitude of +8.20, 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.178.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,178 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +8.20 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 0,42 |
| Entfernung | 1,173 ly |
| Sternbild | Centaurus |
Position
| Rektaszension | 14h 7,31m |
| Deklination | -49° 39,73′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 68977?
HIP 68977 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 68977 from Earth?
HIP 68977 is approximately 1,173.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 68977 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.20, HIP 68977 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 68977 in?
HIP 68977 is located in the constellation Centaurus.