HIP 28978

HIP 28978 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Orion.

At a distance of roughly 1,190 light-years, HIP 28978 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 28978 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 28978 has an apparent magnitude of +6.57, 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 +1.129.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,129

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +6.57
Magnitude Absolue -1,24
Distance 1,190 ly
Constellation Orion

Position

Ascension droite 6h 6,93m
Déclinaison 16° 22,00′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 28978?
HIP 28978 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 28978 from Earth?
HIP 28978 is approximately 1,190.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 28978 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.57, HIP 28978 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 28978 in?
HIP 28978 is located in the constellation Orion.