HIP 79938

HIP 79938 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Scorpius.

At a distance of roughly 1,062 light-years, HIP 79938 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 79938 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.97, HIP 79938 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.475.

물리적 특성

분광형 Class K — K-type (Orange)
색지수 (B−V) 1.475

관측

겉보기 등급 +5.97
절대 등급 -1.59
거리 1,062 ly
별자리 Scorpius

위치

적경 16h 19.01m
적위 -14° 52.37′

자주 묻는 질문

What type of star is HIP 79938?
HIP 79938 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 79938 from Earth?
HIP 79938 is approximately 1,062.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 79938 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.97, HIP 79938 is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 79938 in?
HIP 79938 is located in the constellation Scorpius.