HIP 12420

HIP 12420 is a K-type (Orange) star.

Located approximately 778.4 light-years from Earth, HIP 12420 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 12420 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +12.26, HIP 12420 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.034.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral K Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de cor (B−V) 1,034

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +12.26
Magnitude Absoluta 5,37
Distância 778 ly

Posição

Ascensão reta 2h 39,86m
Declinação 7° 37,42′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 12420?
HIP 12420 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 12420 from Earth?
HIP 12420 is approximately 778.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 12420 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 12.26, HIP 12420 is not visible to the naked eye.