Hoggar

Hoggar is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Taurus.

Located approximately 739.6 light-years from Earth, Hoggar resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

Hoggar has an apparent magnitude of +8.38, 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.008.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,008

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +8.38
Absolute Helligkeit 1,60
Entfernung 740 ly
Sternbild Taurus

Position

Rektaszension 4h 31,42m
Deklination 4° 34,52′

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What type of star is Hoggar?
Hoggar is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is Hoggar from Earth?
Hoggar is approximately 739.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Hoggar with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.38, Hoggar is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Hoggar in?
Hoggar is located in the constellation Taurus.