HIP 78869
HIP 78869 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Hercules.
Located approximately 962.1 light-years from Earth, HIP 78869 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 78869 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 78869 has an apparent magnitude of +8.76, 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 +1.114.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,114 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +8.76 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 1,41 |
| Entfernung | 962 ly |
| Sternbild | Hercules |
Position
| Rektaszension | 16h 5,95m |
| Deklination | 21° 12,77′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 78869?
HIP 78869 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 78869 from Earth?
HIP 78869 is approximately 962.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 78869 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.76, HIP 78869 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 78869 in?
HIP 78869 is located in the constellation Hercules.