HIP 87938
HIP 87938 is a M-type (Red) star located in the constellation Hercules.
HIP 87938 lies approximately 45.9 light-years from Earth, placing it within the Sun's local stellar neighborhood. This relatively short cosmic distance means the light reaching us today departed the star only about 45 years ago.
HIP 87938 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +11.79, HIP 87938 is a faint star that requires a telescope to observe. It is invisible to the naked eye and too dim for most binoculars. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.560.
Sifat Fisik
| Kelas Spektral | M Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Indeks Warna (B−V) | 1,560 |
Pengamatan
| Magnitudo Semu | +11.79 |
| Magnitudo Mutlak | 11,05 |
| Jarak | 45.9 ly |
| Rasi Bintang | Hercules |
Posisi
| Asensio Rekta | 17h 57,85m |
| Deklinasi | 46° 35,32′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HIP 87938?
HIP 87938 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 87938 from Earth?
HIP 87938 is approximately 45.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 87938 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 11.79, HIP 87938 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 87938 in?
HIP 87938 is located in the constellation Hercules.