HIP 12468

HIP 12468 is a M-type (Red) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,941 light-years, HIP 12468 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 12468 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 12468 has an apparent magnitude of +7.92, 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 +1.674.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class M — M-type (Red)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,674

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +7.92
Magnitude Absolue -0,95
Distance 1,941 ly

Position

Ascension droite 2h 40,53m
Déclinaison 21° 11,27′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 12468?
HIP 12468 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 12468 from Earth?
HIP 12468 is approximately 1,941.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 12468 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.92, HIP 12468 is not visible to the naked eye.