HIP 79696
HIP 79696 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Scorpius.
Located approximately 862.9 light-years from Earth, HIP 79696 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 79696 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 79696 has an apparent magnitude of +7.82, 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.476.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,476 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +7.82 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 0,71 |
| Entfernung | 863 ly |
| Sternbild | Scorpius |
Position
| Rektaszension | 16h 15,89m |
| Deklination | -15° 53,27′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 79696?
HIP 79696 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 79696 from Earth?
HIP 79696 is approximately 862.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 79696 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.82, HIP 79696 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 79696 in?
HIP 79696 is located in the constellation Scorpius.