HIP 79655

HIP 79655 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Hercules.

At a distance of roughly 2,861 light-years, HIP 79655 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 79655 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 79655 has an apparent magnitude of +8.99, 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 +1.330.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,330

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +8.99
Absolute Helligkeit -0,72
Entfernung 2,861 ly
Sternbild Hercules

Position

Rektaszension 16h 15,26m
Deklination 48° 19,70′

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What type of star is HIP 79655?
HIP 79655 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 79655 from Earth?
HIP 79655 is approximately 2,861.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 79655 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.99, HIP 79655 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 79655 in?
HIP 79655 is located in the constellation Hercules.