HIP 401

HIP 401 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Cassiopeia.

At a distance of roughly 1,161 light-years, HIP 401 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 401 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 401 has an apparent magnitude of +8.66, 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 +1.614.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,614

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.66
Magnitude Absolue 0,90
Distance 1,161 ly
Constellation Cassiopeia

Position

Ascension droite 0h 4,94m
Déclinaison 56° 3,42′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 401?
HIP 401 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 401 from Earth?
HIP 401 is approximately 1,160.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 401 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.66, HIP 401 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 401 in?
HIP 401 is located in the constellation Cassiopeia.