HIP 51268

HIP 51268 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Ursa Major.

Located approximately 486.8 light-years from Earth, HIP 51268 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 51268 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 51268 has an apparent magnitude of +8.12, 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 yellow hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.999.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,999

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.12
Magnitude Absolue 2,25
Distance 487 ly
Constellation Ursa Major

Position

Ascension droite 10h 28,34m
Déclinaison 62° 54,95′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 51268?
HIP 51268 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 51268 from Earth?
HIP 51268 is approximately 486.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 51268 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.12, HIP 51268 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 51268 in?
HIP 51268 is located in the constellation Ursa Major.