HIP 6856

HIP 6856 is a K-type (Orange) star.

Located approximately 117.5 light-years from Earth, HIP 6856 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 6856 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 6856 has an apparent magnitude of +9.35, 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 +0.951.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,951

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +9.35
Magnitude Absolue 6,57
Distance 117 ly

Position

Ascension droite 1h 28,14m
Déclinaison -52° 38,32′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 6856?
HIP 6856 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 6856 from Earth?
HIP 6856 is approximately 117.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 6856 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.35, HIP 6856 is not visible to the naked eye.