HIP 6947

HIP 6947 is a M-type (Red) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,591 light-years, HIP 6947 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 6947 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 6947 has an apparent magnitude of +9.11, 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 +1.610.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class M — M-type (Red)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,610

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +9.11
Absolute Helligkeit 0,67
Entfernung 1,591 ly

Position

Rektaszension 1h 29,45m
Deklination 21° 1,37′

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What type of star is HIP 6947?
HIP 6947 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 6947 from Earth?
HIP 6947 is approximately 1,591.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 6947 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.11, HIP 6947 is not visible to the naked eye.