HIP 72869

HIP 72869 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Virgo.

At a distance of roughly 1,102 light-years, HIP 72869 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 72869 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 72869 has an apparent magnitude of +6.63, 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 +1.170.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,170

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +6.63
Absolute Helligkeit -1,01
Entfernung 1,102 ly
Sternbild Virgo

Position

Rektaszension 14h 53,66m
Deklination 6° 14,51′

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What type of star is HIP 72869?
HIP 72869 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 72869 from Earth?
HIP 72869 is approximately 1,101.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 72869 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.63, HIP 72869 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 72869 in?
HIP 72869 is located in the constellation Virgo.