HIP 87918

HIP 87918 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Sagittarius.

At a distance of roughly 1,264 light-years, HIP 87918 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 87918 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 87918 has an apparent magnitude of +8.67, 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 +1.311.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,311

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.67
Magnitude Absolue 0,73
Distance 1,264 ly
Constellation Sagittarius

Position

Ascension droite 17h 57,57m
Déclinaison -19° 53,37′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 87918?
HIP 87918 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 87918 from Earth?
HIP 87918 is approximately 1,264.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 87918 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.67, HIP 87918 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 87918 in?
HIP 87918 is located in the constellation Sagittarius.