HIP 78904
HIP 78904 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Scorpius.
Located approximately 994.4 light-years from Earth, HIP 78904 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 78904 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 78904 has an apparent magnitude of +8.41, 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 +1.206.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,206 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +8.41 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 0,99 |
| Entfernung | 994 ly |
| Sternbild | Scorpius |
Position
| Rektaszension | 16h 6,43m |
| Deklination | -24° 56,19′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 78904?
HIP 78904 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 78904 from Earth?
HIP 78904 is approximately 994.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 78904 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.41, HIP 78904 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 78904 in?
HIP 78904 is located in the constellation Scorpius.