HIP 16870
HIP 16870 is a K-type (Orange) star.
Located approximately 230.8 light-years from Earth, HIP 16870 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 16870 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +4.57, HIP 16870 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 +1.023.
Sifat Fisik
| Kelas Spektral | K Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Indeks Warna (B−V) | 1,023 |
Pengamatan
| Magnitudo Semu | +4.57 |
| Magnitudo Mutlak | 0,32 |
| Jarak | 231 ly |
Posisi
| Asensio Rekta | 3h 37,09m |
| Deklinasi | -40° 16,47′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HIP 16870?
HIP 16870 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 16870 from Earth?
HIP 16870 is approximately 230.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 16870 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.57, HIP 16870 is visible to the naked eye.