HIP 51042

HIP 51042 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Ursa Major.

At a distance of roughly 1,664 light-years, HIP 51042 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 51042 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 51042 has an apparent magnitude of +8.08, 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 +1.027.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,027

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.08
Magnitude Absolue -0,46
Distance 1,664 ly
Constellation Ursa Major

Position

Ascension droite 10h 25,68m
Déclinaison 40° 54,66′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 51042?
HIP 51042 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 51042 from Earth?
HIP 51042 is approximately 1,664.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 51042 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.08, HIP 51042 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 51042 in?
HIP 51042 is located in the constellation Ursa Major.