HIP 11972

HIP 11972 is a K-type (Orange) star.

Located approximately 196.0 light-years from Earth, HIP 11972 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 11972 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +10.17, HIP 11972 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 hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.934.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral K Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de cor (B−V) 0,934

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +10.17
Magnitude Absoluta 6,28
Distância 196 ly

Posição

Ascensão reta 2h 34,45m
Declinação -77° 2,74′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 11972?
HIP 11972 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 11972 from Earth?
HIP 11972 is approximately 196.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 11972 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 10.17, HIP 11972 is not visible to the naked eye.