HIP 79163

HIP 79163 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Hercules.

At a distance of roughly 1,136 light-years, HIP 79163 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 79163 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 79163 has an apparent magnitude of +8.66, 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 +1.444.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,444

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.66
Magnitude Absolue 0,95
Distance 1,136 ly
Constellation Hercules

Position

Ascension droite 16h 9,43m
Déclinaison 44° 42,67′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 79163?
HIP 79163 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 79163 from Earth?
HIP 79163 is approximately 1,136.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 79163 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.66, HIP 79163 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 79163 in?
HIP 79163 is located in the constellation Hercules.