HIP 5238

HIP 5238 is a K-type (Orange) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,315 light-years, HIP 5238 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 5238 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 5238 has an apparent magnitude of +8.56, 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 +1.347.

Propiedades físicas

Clase Espectral Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de color (B−V) 1,347

Observación

Magnitud Aparente +8.56
Magnitud Absoluta 0,53
Distancia 1,315 ly

Posición

Ascensión recta 1h 6,98m
Declinación -63° 21,29′

Preguntas frecuentes

What type of star is HIP 5238?
HIP 5238 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 5238 from Earth?
HIP 5238 is approximately 1,315.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 5238 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.56, HIP 5238 is not visible to the naked eye.