HIP 49908
HIP 49908 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Ursa Major.
HIP 49908 lies approximately 15.9 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 15 years ago.
HIP 49908 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 49908 has an apparent magnitude of +6.60, 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 +1.326.
Propriétés physiques
| Classe Spectrale | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Indice de couleur (B−V) | 1,326 |
Observation
| Magnitude Apparente | +6.60 |
| Magnitude Absolue | 8,16 |
| Distance | 15.9 ly |
| Constellation | Ursa Major |
Position
| Ascension droite | 10h 11,38m |
| Déclinaison | 49° 27,25′ |
Questions fréquentes
What type of star is HIP 49908?
HIP 49908 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 49908 from Earth?
HIP 49908 is approximately 15.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 49908 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.60, HIP 49908 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 49908 in?
HIP 49908 is located in the constellation Ursa Major.