HIP 102916

HIP 102916 is a K-type (Orange) star.

Located approximately 587.7 light-years from Earth, HIP 102916 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 102916 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.52, HIP 102916 sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.380.

Propiedades físicas

Clase Espectral K Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de color (B−V) 1,380

Observación

Magnitud Aparente +5.52
Magnitud Absoluta -0,76
Distancia 588 ly

Posición

Ascensión recta 20h 51,01m
Declinación -37° 54,80′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 102916?
HIP 102916 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 102916 from Earth?
HIP 102916 is approximately 587.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 102916 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.52, HIP 102916 is visible to the naked eye.