HIP 12868

HIP 12868 is a K-type (Orange) star.

Located approximately 246.5 light-years from Earth, HIP 12868 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 12868 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +10.12, HIP 12868 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 yellow-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.762.

물리적 특성

분광형 K Class K — K-type (Orange)
색지수 (B−V) 0.762

관측

겉보기 등급 +10.12
절대 등급 5.73
거리 247 ly

위치

적경 2h 45.42m
적위 -41° 33.82′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 12868?
HIP 12868 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 12868 from Earth?
HIP 12868 is approximately 246.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 12868 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 10.12, HIP 12868 is not visible to the naked eye.