HIP 78743

HIP 78743 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Scorpius.

At a distance of roughly 2,146 light-years, HIP 78743 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 78743 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 78743 has an apparent magnitude of +7.51, 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 +1.689.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,689

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +7.51
Absolute Helligkeit -1,58
Entfernung 2,146 ly
Sternbild Scorpius

Position

Rektaszension 16h 4,51m
Deklination -28° 55,86′

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What type of star is HIP 78743?
HIP 78743 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 78743 from Earth?
HIP 78743 is approximately 2,145.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 78743 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.51, HIP 78743 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 78743 in?
HIP 78743 is located in the constellation Scorpius.