HIP 99878

HIP 99878 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Sagittarius.

Located approximately 997.4 light-years from Earth, HIP 99878 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 99878 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 99878 has an apparent magnitude of +6.30, 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 +1.513.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,513

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +6.30
Absolute Helligkeit -1,13
Entfernung 997 ly
Sternbild Sagittarius

Position

Rektaszension 20h 15,84m
Deklination -30° 0,32′

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What type of star is HIP 99878?
HIP 99878 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 99878 from Earth?
HIP 99878 is approximately 997.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 99878 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.30, HIP 99878 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 99878 in?
HIP 99878 is located in the constellation Sagittarius.