HIP 99940
HIP 99940 is a G-type (Yellow) star located in the constellation Sagittarius.
Located approximately 146.1 light-years from Earth, HIP 99940 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 99940 is classified as a spectral class G star (G-type (Yellow)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 99940 has an apparent magnitude of +8.46, 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-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.685.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class G — G-type (Yellow) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,685 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +8.46 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 5,20 |
| Entfernung | 146 ly |
| Sternbild | Sagittarius |
Position
| Rektaszension | 20h 16,64m |
| Deklination | -35° 2,46′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 99940?
HIP 99940 is a Class G — G-type (Yellow) star.
How far is HIP 99940 from Earth?
HIP 99940 is approximately 146.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 99940 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.46, HIP 99940 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 99940 in?
HIP 99940 is located in the constellation Sagittarius.