HIP 63955

HIP 63955 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Virgo.

At a distance of roughly 2,118 light-years, HIP 63955 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 63955 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 63955 has an apparent magnitude of +8.50, 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 +1.183.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,183

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.50
Magnitude Absolue -0,56
Distance 2,118 ly
Constellation Virgo

Position

Ascension droite 13h 6,41m
Déclinaison -20° 3,52′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 63955?
HIP 63955 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 63955 from Earth?
HIP 63955 is approximately 2,117.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 63955 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.50, HIP 63955 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 63955 in?
HIP 63955 is located in the constellation Virgo.