HIP 68505

HIP 68505 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Virgo.

Located approximately 817.4 light-years from Earth, HIP 68505 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 68505 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 68505 has an apparent magnitude of +8.92, 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 yellow hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.972.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,972

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.92
Magnitude Absolue 1,92
Distance 817 ly
Constellation Virgo

Position

Ascension droite 14h 1,42m
Déclinaison 1° 0,15′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 68505?
HIP 68505 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 68505 from Earth?
HIP 68505 is approximately 817.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 68505 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.92, HIP 68505 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 68505 in?
HIP 68505 is located in the constellation Virgo.