HIP 42968
HIP 42968 is a K-type (Orange) star.
Located approximately 180.7 light-years from Earth, HIP 42968 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 42968 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 42968 has an apparent magnitude of +9.30, 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 yellow-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.783.
भौतिक गुण
| वर्णक्रम वर्ग | K Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| रंग सूचकांक (B−V) | 0.783 |
प्रेक्षण
| आभासी परिमाण | +9.30 |
| निरपेक्ष परिमाण | 5.58 |
| दूरी | 181 ly |
स्थिति
| दक्षिणांश | 8h 45.48m |
| दिगंश | 16° 56.74′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HIP 42968?
HIP 42968 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 42968 from Earth?
HIP 42968 is approximately 180.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 42968 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.30, HIP 42968 is not visible to the naked eye.