HIP 61949

HIP 61949 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Virgo.

At a distance of roughly 2,696 light-years, HIP 61949 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 61949 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 61949 has an apparent magnitude of +8.71, 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 +1.249.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,249

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.71
Magnitude Absolue -0,88
Distance 2,696 ly
Constellation Virgo

Position

Ascension droite 12h 41,80m
Déclinaison -6° 24,84′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 61949?
HIP 61949 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 61949 from Earth?
HIP 61949 is approximately 2,695.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 61949 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.71, HIP 61949 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 61949 in?
HIP 61949 is located in the constellation Virgo.