HIP 6947

HIP 6947 is a M-type (Red) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,591 light-years, HIP 6947 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 6947 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 6947 has an apparent magnitude of +9.11, 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.610.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class M — M-type (Red)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,610

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +9.11
Magnitude Absolue 0,67
Distance 1,591 ly

Position

Ascension droite 1h 29,45m
Déclinaison 21° 1,37′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 6947?
HIP 6947 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 6947 from Earth?
HIP 6947 is approximately 1,591.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 6947 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.11, HIP 6947 is not visible to the naked eye.