HIP 79074

HIP 79074 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Hercules.

At a distance of roughly 1,157 light-years, HIP 79074 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 79074 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 79074 has an apparent magnitude of +9.14, 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 yellow hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.964.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 0,964

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +9.14
Absolute Helligkeit 1,39
Entfernung 1,157 ly
Sternbild Hercules

Position

Rektaszension 16h 8,52m
Deklination 51° 9,03′

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What type of star is HIP 79074?
HIP 79074 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 79074 from Earth?
HIP 79074 is approximately 1,156.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 79074 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.14, HIP 79074 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 79074 in?
HIP 79074 is located in the constellation Hercules.