HIP 78879
HIP 78879 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Scorpius.
Located approximately 632.1 light-years from Earth, HIP 78879 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 78879 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 78879 has an apparent magnitude of +8.71, 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 +1.161.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,161 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +8.71 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 2,27 |
| Entfernung | 632 ly |
| Sternbild | Scorpius |
Position
| Rektaszension | 16h 6,11m |
| Deklination | -15° 28,11′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 78879?
HIP 78879 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 78879 from Earth?
HIP 78879 is approximately 632.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 78879 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.71, HIP 78879 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 78879 in?
HIP 78879 is located in the constellation Scorpius.