HIP 81996

HIP 81996 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Hercules.

Located approximately 163.7 light-years from Earth, HIP 81996 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 81996 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 81996 has an apparent magnitude of +7.32, 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 +0.987.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 0,987

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +7.32
Absolute Helligkeit 3,82
Entfernung 164 ly
Sternbild Hercules

Position

Rektaszension 16h 45,04m
Deklination 23° 43,06′

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What type of star is HIP 81996?
HIP 81996 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 81996 from Earth?
HIP 81996 is approximately 163.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 81996 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.32, HIP 81996 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 81996 in?
HIP 81996 is located in the constellation Hercules.