HIP 4946

HIP 4946 is a K-type (Orange) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,885 light-years, HIP 4946 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 4946 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 4946 has an apparent magnitude of +8.96, 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 +1.655.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,655

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.96
Magnitude Absolue 0,15
Distance 1,885 ly

Position

Ascension droite 1h 3,45m
Déclinaison 17° 9,02′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 4946?
HIP 4946 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 4946 from Earth?
HIP 4946 is approximately 1,885.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 4946 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.96, HIP 4946 is not visible to the naked eye.