HIP 12020

HIP 12020 is a K-type (Orange) star.

Located approximately 739.6 light-years from Earth, HIP 12020 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 12020 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 12020 has an apparent magnitude of +8.40, 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 +1.089.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,089

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.40
Magnitude Absolue 1,62
Distance 740 ly

Position

Ascension droite 2h 35,04m
Déclinaison -9° 53,32′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 12020?
HIP 12020 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 12020 from Earth?
HIP 12020 is approximately 739.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 12020 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.40, HIP 12020 is not visible to the naked eye.