HIP 7042

HIP 7042 is a M-type (Red) star.

At a distance of roughly 2,026 light-years, HIP 7042 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 7042 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 7042 has an apparent magnitude of +8.17, 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 +1.460.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class M — M-type (Red)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,460

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +8.17
Absolute Helligkeit -0,80
Entfernung 2,026 ly

Position

Rektaszension 1h 30,78m
Deklination 15° 1,30′

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What type of star is HIP 7042?
HIP 7042 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 7042 from Earth?
HIP 7042 is approximately 2,025.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 7042 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.17, HIP 7042 is not visible to the naked eye.