HIP 61873

HIP 61873 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Crux.

Located approximately 950.9 light-years from Earth, HIP 61873 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 61873 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 61873 has an apparent magnitude of +7.72, 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 +1.345.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,345

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +7.72
Magnitude Absolue 0,40
Distance 951 ly
Constellation Crux

Position

Ascension droite 12h 40,78m
Déclinaison -57° 37,88′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 61873?
HIP 61873 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 61873 from Earth?
HIP 61873 is approximately 950.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 61873 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.72, HIP 61873 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 61873 in?
HIP 61873 is located in the constellation Crux.