HIP 31398

HIP 31398 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Canis Major.

At a distance of roughly 1,639 light-years, HIP 31398 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 31398 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 31398 has an apparent magnitude of +6.94, 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 +1.634.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,634

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +6.94
Magnitude Absolue -1,57
Distance 1,639 ly
Constellation Canis Major

Position

Ascension droite 6h 34,90m
Déclinaison -30° 5,52′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 31398?
HIP 31398 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 31398 from Earth?
HIP 31398 is approximately 1,639.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 31398 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.94, HIP 31398 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 31398 in?
HIP 31398 is located in the constellation Canis Major.