HIP 62961

HIP 62961 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Virgo.

At a distance of roughly 1,004 light-years, HIP 62961 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 62961 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 62961 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 +1.030.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,030

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.71
Magnitude Absolue 1,27
Distance 1,004 ly
Constellation Virgo

Position

Ascension droite 12h 54,13m
Déclinaison 12° 19,94′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 62961?
HIP 62961 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 62961 from Earth?
HIP 62961 is approximately 1,003.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 62961 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.71, HIP 62961 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 62961 in?
HIP 62961 is located in the constellation Virgo.