HIP 7742

HIP 7742 is a K-type (Orange) star.

Located approximately 787.8 light-years from Earth, HIP 7742 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 7742 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 7742 has an apparent magnitude of +7.24, 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 +1.167.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,167

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +7.24
Magnitude Absolue 0,32
Distance 788 ly

Position

Ascension droite 1h 39,69m
Déclinaison -37° 28,41′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 7742?
HIP 7742 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 7742 from Earth?
HIP 7742 is approximately 787.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 7742 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.24, HIP 7742 is not visible to the naked eye.