HIP 17909

HIP 17909 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Taurus.

At a distance of roughly 1,217 light-years, HIP 17909 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 17909 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 17909 has an apparent magnitude of +8.48, 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 +1.713.

Propiedades físicas

Clase Espectral Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de color (B−V) 1,713

Observación

Magnitud Aparente +8.48
Magnitud Absoluta 0,62
Distancia 1,217 ly
Constelación Taurus

Posición

Ascensión recta 3h 49,79m
Declinación 21° 9,60′

Preguntas frecuentes

What type of star is HIP 17909?
HIP 17909 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 17909 from Earth?
HIP 17909 is approximately 1,217.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 17909 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.48, HIP 17909 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 17909 in?
HIP 17909 is located in the constellation Taurus.