HIP 79918

HIP 79918 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Hercules.

At a distance of roughly 2,064 light-years, HIP 79918 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 79918 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 79918 has an apparent magnitude of +8.18, 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 +1.100.

Propiedades físicas

Clase Espectral Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de color (B−V) 1,100

Observación

Magnitud Aparente +8.18
Magnitud Absoluta -0,83
Distancia 2,064 ly
Constelación Hercules

Posición

Ascensión recta 16h 18,74m
Declinación 16° 36,90′

Preguntas frecuentes

What type of star is HIP 79918?
HIP 79918 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 79918 from Earth?
HIP 79918 is approximately 2,064.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 79918 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.18, HIP 79918 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 79918 in?
HIP 79918 is located in the constellation Hercules.