HIP 117520

HIP 117520 is a M-type (Red) star.

At a distance of roughly 2,652 light-years, HIP 117520 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 117520 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 117520 has an apparent magnitude of +7.47, 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 +1.495.

Propiedades físicas

Clase Espectral Class M — M-type (Red)
Índice de color (B−V) 1,495

Observación

Magnitud Aparente +7.47
Magnitud Absoluta -2,08
Distancia 2,652 ly

Posición

Ascensión recta 23h 49,97m
Declinación -61° 8,12′

Preguntas frecuentes

What type of star is HIP 117520?
HIP 117520 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 117520 from Earth?
HIP 117520 is approximately 2,651.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 117520 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.47, HIP 117520 is not visible to the naked eye.