HIP 8976

HIP 8976 is a M-type (Red) star.

Located approximately 950.9 light-years from Earth, HIP 8976 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 8976 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 8976 has an apparent magnitude of +6.97, 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 +1.628.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class M — M-type (Red)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,628

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +6.97
Magnitude Absolue -0,35
Distance 951 ly

Position

Ascension droite 1h 55,70m
Déclinaison -84° 45,07′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 8976?
HIP 8976 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 8976 from Earth?
HIP 8976 is approximately 950.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 8976 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.97, HIP 8976 is not visible to the naked eye.