HIP 87688

HIP 87688 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Scorpius.

At a distance of roughly 1,782 light-years, HIP 87688 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 87688 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 87688 has an apparent magnitude of +8.14, 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 +1.667.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,667

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.14
Magnitude Absolue -0,55
Distance 1,782 ly
Constellation Scorpius

Position

Ascension droite 17h 54,64m
Déclinaison -40° 15,18′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 87688?
HIP 87688 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 87688 from Earth?
HIP 87688 is approximately 1,782.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 87688 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.14, HIP 87688 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 87688 in?
HIP 87688 is located in the constellation Scorpius.