HIP 87865

HIP 87865 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Scorpius.

Located approximately 489.0 light-years from Earth, HIP 87865 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 87865 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 87865 has an apparent magnitude of +6.46, 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.411.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,411

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +6.46
Magnitude Absolue 0,58
Distance 489 ly
Constellation Scorpius

Position

Ascension droite 17h 56,93m
Déclinaison -40° 18,34′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 87865?
HIP 87865 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 87865 from Earth?
HIP 87865 is approximately 489.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 87865 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.46, HIP 87865 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 87865 in?
HIP 87865 is located in the constellation Scorpius.