HIP 84478

HIP 84478 is a K-type (Orange) star.

HIP 84478 lies approximately 19.5 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 19 years ago.

HIP 84478 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 84478 has an apparent magnitude of +6.33, 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.144.

물리적 특성

분광형 K Class K — K-type (Orange)
색지수 (B−V) 1.144

관측

겉보기 등급 +6.33
절대 등급 7.45
거리 19.5 ly

위치

적경 17h 16.22m
적위 -26° 32.77′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 84478?
HIP 84478 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 84478 from Earth?
HIP 84478 is approximately 19.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 84478 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.33, HIP 84478 is not visible to the naked eye.