HIP 81721

HIP 81721 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Hercules.

At a distance of roughly 1,310 light-years, HIP 81721 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 81721 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 81721 has an apparent magnitude of +7.34, 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 +1.462.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,462

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +7.34
Absolute Helligkeit -0,68
Entfernung 1,310 ly
Sternbild Hercules

Position

Rektaszension 16h 41,55m
Deklination 18° 55,29′

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What type of star is HIP 81721?
HIP 81721 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 81721 from Earth?
HIP 81721 is approximately 1,309.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 81721 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.34, HIP 81721 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 81721 in?
HIP 81721 is located in the constellation Hercules.