HIP 80879

HIP 80879 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Hercules.

At a distance of roughly 1,965 light-years, HIP 80879 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 80879 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 80879 has an apparent magnitude of +8.76, 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 +1.700.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,700

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.76
Magnitude Absolue -0,14
Distance 1,965 ly
Constellation Hercules

Position

Ascension droite 16h 30,90m
Déclinaison 26° 2,87′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 80879?
HIP 80879 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 80879 from Earth?
HIP 80879 is approximately 1,964.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 80879 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.76, HIP 80879 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 80879 in?
HIP 80879 is located in the constellation Hercules.