HIP 42657

HIP 42657 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Ursa Major.

Located approximately 623.6 light-years from Earth, HIP 42657 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 42657 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 42657 has an apparent magnitude of +7.53, 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 +1.162.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,162

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +7.53
Magnitude Absolue 1,12
Distance 624 ly
Constellation Ursa Major

Position

Ascension droite 8h 41,61m
Déclinaison 64° 42,34′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 42657?
HIP 42657 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 42657 from Earth?
HIP 42657 is approximately 623.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 42657 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.53, HIP 42657 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 42657 in?
HIP 42657 is located in the constellation Ursa Major.