HIP 117857

HIP 117857 is a M-type (Red) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,326 light-years, HIP 117857 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 117857 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 117857 has an apparent magnitude of +8.45, 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 +1.644.

Propiedades físicas

Clase Espectral Class M — M-type (Red)
Índice de color (B−V) 1,644

Observación

Magnitud Aparente +8.45
Magnitud Absoluta 0,40
Distancia 1,326 ly

Posición

Ascensión recta 23h 54,32m
Declinación -74° 37,41′

Preguntas frecuentes

What type of star is HIP 117857?
HIP 117857 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 117857 from Earth?
HIP 117857 is approximately 1,325.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 117857 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.45, HIP 117857 is not visible to the naked eye.