HIP 473
HIP 473 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Andromeda.
HIP 473 lies approximately 36.9 light-years from Earth, placing it within the Sun's local stellar neighborhood. This relatively short cosmic distance means the light reaching us today departed the star only about 36 years ago.
HIP 473 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 473 has an apparent magnitude of +8.20, 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 +1.410.
Propriétés physiques
| Classe Spectrale | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Indice de couleur (B−V) | 1,410 |
Observation
| Magnitude Apparente | +8.20 |
| Magnitude Absolue | 7,93 |
| Distance | 36.9 ly |
| Constellation | Andromeda |
Position
| Ascension droite | 0h 5,68m |
| Déclinaison | 45° 48,72′ |
Questions fréquentes
What type of star is HIP 473?
HIP 473 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 473 from Earth?
HIP 473 is approximately 36.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 473 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.20, HIP 473 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 473 in?
HIP 473 is located in the constellation Andromeda.