HIP 4940

HIP 4940 is a K-type (Orange) star.

HIP 4940 is an extraordinarily remote star, situated approximately 326,156 light-years from Earth.

HIP 4940 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 4940 has an apparent magnitude of +9.25, 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 +1.403.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,403

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +9.25
Magnitude Absolue -10,75
Distance 326,156 ly

Position

Ascension droite 1h 3,41m
Déclinaison -54° 9,73′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 4940?
HIP 4940 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 4940 from Earth?
HIP 4940 is approximately 326,156.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 4940 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.25, HIP 4940 is not visible to the naked eye.