HIP 8157

HIP 8157 is a K-type (Orange) star.

At a distance of roughly 2,051 light-years, HIP 8157 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 8157 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 8157 has an apparent magnitude of +8.46, 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 +1.097.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,097

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.46
Magnitude Absolue -0,53
Distance 2,051 ly

Position

Ascension droite 1h 44,91m
Déclinaison -32° 49,60′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 8157?
HIP 8157 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 8157 from Earth?
HIP 8157 is approximately 2,051.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 8157 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.46, HIP 8157 is not visible to the naked eye.