HIP 96496

HIP 96496 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Sagittarius.

Located approximately 397.3 light-years from Earth, HIP 96496 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 96496 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.66, HIP 96496 sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.237.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,237

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +5.66
Magnitude Absolue 0,23
Distance 397 ly
Constellation Sagittarius

Position

Ascension droite 19h 37,06m
Déclinaison -18° 13,86′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 96496?
HIP 96496 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 96496 from Earth?
HIP 96496 is approximately 397.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 96496 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.66, HIP 96496 is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 96496 in?
HIP 96496 is located in the constellation Sagittarius.