HIP 31491

HIP 31491 is a M-type (Red) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,591 light-years, HIP 31491 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 31491 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 31491 has an apparent magnitude of +8.21, 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 +1.600.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class M — M-type (Red)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,600

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.21
Magnitude Absolue -0,23
Distance 1,591 ly

Position

Ascension droite 6h 35,74m
Déclinaison -41° 29,39′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 31491?
HIP 31491 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 31491 from Earth?
HIP 31491 is approximately 1,591.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 31491 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.21, HIP 31491 is not visible to the naked eye.