HIP 31557

HIP 31557 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Canis Major.

At a distance of roughly 1,832 light-years, HIP 31557 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 31557 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 31557 has an apparent magnitude of +7.46, 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 +1.266.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,266

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +7.46
Magnitude Absolue -1,29
Distance 1,832 ly
Constellation Canis Major

Position

Ascension droite 6h 36,32m
Déclinaison -26° 32,09′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 31557?
HIP 31557 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 31557 from Earth?
HIP 31557 is approximately 1,832.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 31557 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.46, HIP 31557 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 31557 in?
HIP 31557 is located in the constellation Canis Major.