HIP 4242

HIP 4242 is a K-type (Orange) star.

Located approximately 201.7 light-years from Earth, HIP 4242 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 4242 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 4242 has an apparent magnitude of +8.94, 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 hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.816.

물리적 특성

분광형 Class K — K-type (Orange)
색지수 (B−V) 0.816

관측

겉보기 등급 +8.94
절대 등급 4.98
거리 202 ly

위치

적경 0h 54.15m
적위 -18° 1.93′

자주 묻는 질문

What type of star is HIP 4242?
HIP 4242 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 4242 from Earth?
HIP 4242 is approximately 201.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 4242 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.94, HIP 4242 is not visible to the naked eye.