HIP 8842
HIP 8842 is a K-type (Orange) star.
Located approximately 253.6 light-years from Earth, HIP 8842 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 8842 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +12.20, HIP 8842 is a faint star that requires a telescope to observe. It is invisible to the naked eye and too dim for most binoculars. Observers will note its orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.294.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | K Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,294 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +12.20 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 7,75 |
| Entfernung | 254 ly |
Position
| Rektaszension | 1h 53,72m |
| Deklination | 12° 2,39′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HIP 8842?
HIP 8842 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 8842 from Earth?
HIP 8842 is approximately 253.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 8842 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 12.20, HIP 8842 is not visible to the naked eye.