HIP 5953

HIP 5953 is a K-type (Orange) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,240 light-years, HIP 5953 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 5953 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 5953 has an apparent magnitude of +7.93, 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 +1.614.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,614

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +7.93
Magnitude Absolue 0,03
Distance 1,240 ly

Position

Ascension droite 1h 16,61m
Déclinaison -87° 20,43′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 5953?
HIP 5953 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 5953 from Earth?
HIP 5953 is approximately 1,240.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 5953 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.93, HIP 5953 is not visible to the naked eye.