HIP 59872

HIP 59872 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Virgo.

Located approximately 879.1 light-years from Earth, HIP 59872 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 59872 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 59872 has an apparent magnitude of +8.04, 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 +1.010.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,010

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.04
Magnitude Absolue 0,89
Distance 879 ly
Constellation Virgo

Position

Ascension droite 12h 16,73m
Déclinaison -2° 44,37′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 59872?
HIP 59872 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 59872 from Earth?
HIP 59872 is approximately 879.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 59872 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.04, HIP 59872 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 59872 in?
HIP 59872 is located in the constellation Virgo.