HIP 12551

HIP 12551 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Perseus.

At a distance of roughly 1,754 light-years, HIP 12551 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 12551 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 12551 has an apparent magnitude of +8.47, 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 +1.220.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,220

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.47
Magnitude Absolue -0,18
Distance 1,754 ly
Constellation Perseus

Position

Ascension droite 2h 41,47m
Déclinaison 52° 40,20′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 12551?
HIP 12551 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 12551 from Earth?
HIP 12551 is approximately 1,753.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 12551 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.47, HIP 12551 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 12551 in?
HIP 12551 is located in the constellation Perseus.