HIP 8953

HIP 8953 is a M-type (Red) star.

At a distance of roughly 2,265 light-years, HIP 8953 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 8953 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 8953 has an apparent magnitude of +9.10, 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 +1.292.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class M — M-type (Red)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,292

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +9.10
Magnitude Absolue -0,11
Distance 2,265 ly

Position

Ascension droite 1h 55,31m
Déclinaison -35° 48,19′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 8953?
HIP 8953 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 8953 from Earth?
HIP 8953 is approximately 2,265.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 8953 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.10, HIP 8953 is not visible to the naked eye.