HIP 79969
HIP 79969 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Scorpius.
Located approximately 125.7 light-years from Earth, HIP 79969 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 79969 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 79969 has an apparent magnitude of +8.16, 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-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.727.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,727 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +8.16 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 5,23 |
| Entfernung | 126 ly |
| Sternbild | Scorpius |
Position
| Rektaszension | 16h 19,38m |
| Deklination | -25° 45,64′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 79969?
HIP 79969 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 79969 from Earth?
HIP 79969 is approximately 125.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 79969 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.16, HIP 79969 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 79969 in?
HIP 79969 is located in the constellation Scorpius.