HIP 5948

HIP 5948 is a K-type (Orange) star.

At a distance of roughly 2,812 light-years, HIP 5948 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 5948 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 5948 has an apparent magnitude of +8.27, 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 +1.359.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,359

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.27
Magnitude Absolue -1,41
Distance 2,812 ly

Position

Ascension droite 1h 16,55m
Déclinaison 23° 32,78′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 5948?
HIP 5948 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 5948 from Earth?
HIP 5948 is approximately 2,811.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 5948 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.27, HIP 5948 is not visible to the naked eye.