HIP 31842

HIP 31842 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Canis Major.

At a distance of roughly 2,718 light-years, HIP 31842 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 31842 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 31842 has an apparent magnitude of +7.59, 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 +1.204.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,204

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +7.59
Magnitude Absolue -2,01
Distance 2,718 ly
Constellation Canis Major

Position

Ascension droite 6h 39,46m
Déclinaison -12° 2,11′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 31842?
HIP 31842 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 31842 from Earth?
HIP 31842 is approximately 2,718.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 31842 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.59, HIP 31842 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 31842 in?
HIP 31842 is located in the constellation Canis Major.