HIP 3872

HIP 3872 is a K-type (Orange) star.

At a distance of roughly 2,652 light-years, HIP 3872 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 3872 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 3872 has an apparent magnitude of +8.78, 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 +1.382.

Propiedades físicas

Clase Espectral Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de color (B−V) 1,382

Observación

Magnitud Aparente +8.78
Magnitud Absoluta -0,77
Distancia 2,652 ly

Posición

Ascensión recta 0h 49,71m
Declinación -21° 7,73′

Preguntas frecuentes

What type of star is HIP 3872?
HIP 3872 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 3872 from Earth?
HIP 3872 is approximately 2,651.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 3872 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.78, HIP 3872 is not visible to the naked eye.