HIP 11978

HIP 11978 is a M-type (Red) star located in the constellation Cassiopeia.

Located approximately 906.0 light-years from Earth, HIP 11978 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 11978 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 11978 has an apparent magnitude of +6.75, 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.733.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral Class M — M-type (Red)
Índice de cor (B−V) 1,733

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +6.75
Magnitude Absoluta -0,47
Distância 906 ly
Constelação Cassiopeia

Posição

Ascensão reta 2h 34,51m
Declinação 76° 43,09′

Perguntas frequentes

What type of star is HIP 11978?
HIP 11978 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 11978 from Earth?
HIP 11978 is approximately 906.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 11978 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.75, HIP 11978 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 11978 in?
HIP 11978 is located in the constellation Cassiopeia.