HIP 17442

HIP 17442 is a M-type (Red) star.

At a distance of roughly 2,938 light-years, HIP 17442 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 17442 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 17442 has an apparent magnitude of +8.12, 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 +1.519.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class M — M-type (Red)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,519

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.12
Magnitude Absolue -1,65
Distance 2,938 ly

Position

Ascension droite 3h 44,22m
Déclinaison -43° 14,17′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 17442?
HIP 17442 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 17442 from Earth?
HIP 17442 is approximately 2,938.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 17442 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.12, HIP 17442 is not visible to the naked eye.