HIP 12856

HIP 12856 is a K-type (Orange) star.

Located approximately 141.8 light-years from Earth, HIP 12856 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 12856 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +10.58, HIP 12856 is a faint star that requires a telescope to observe. It is invisible to the naked eye and too dim for most binoculars. Observers will note its orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.095.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale K Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,095

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +10.58
Magnitude Absolue 7,39
Distance 142 ly

Position

Ascension droite 2h 45,28m
Déclinaison 5° 33,63′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 12856?
HIP 12856 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 12856 from Earth?
HIP 12856 is approximately 141.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 12856 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 10.58, HIP 12856 is not visible to the naked eye.