HIP 8870

HIP 8870 is a M-type (Red) star.

Located approximately 881.5 light-years from Earth, HIP 8870 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 8870 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 8870 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 +1.496.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class M — M-type (Red)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,496

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +7.34
Absolute Helligkeit 0,18
Entfernung 882 ly

Position

Rektaszension 1h 54,15m
Deklination -57° 55,14′

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What type of star is HIP 8870?
HIP 8870 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 8870 from Earth?
HIP 8870 is approximately 881.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 8870 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.34, HIP 8870 is not visible to the naked eye.