HIP 79901

HIP 79901 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Hercules.

At a distance of roughly 1,222 light-years, HIP 79901 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 79901 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 79901 has an apparent magnitude of +7.78, 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 +1.559.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,559

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +7.78
Magnitude Absolue -0,09
Distance 1,222 ly
Constellation Hercules

Position

Ascension droite 16h 18,57m
Déclinaison 7° 15,63′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 79901?
HIP 79901 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 79901 from Earth?
HIP 79901 is approximately 1,221.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 79901 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.78, HIP 79901 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 79901 in?
HIP 79901 is located in the constellation Hercules.