HIP 46961

HIP 46961 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Ursa Major.

Located approximately 769.2 light-years from Earth, HIP 46961 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 46961 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 46961 has an apparent magnitude of +8.09, 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 +1.084.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,084

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.09
Magnitude Absolue 1,23
Distance 769 ly
Constellation Ursa Major

Position

Ascension droite 9h 34,30m
Déclinaison 46° 2,33′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 46961?
HIP 46961 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 46961 from Earth?
HIP 46961 is approximately 769.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 46961 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.09, HIP 46961 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 46961 in?
HIP 46961 is located in the constellation Ursa Major.