HIP 21740

HIP 21740 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Taurus.

At a distance of roughly 1,583 light-years, HIP 21740 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 21740 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +10.46, HIP 21740 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 +1.132.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de cor (B−V) 1,132

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +10.46
Magnitude Absoluta 2,03
Distância 1,583 ly
Constelação Taurus

Posição

Ascensão reta 4h 40,10m
Declinação 4° 10,58′

Perguntas frequentes

What type of star is HIP 21740?
HIP 21740 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 21740 from Earth?
HIP 21740 is approximately 1,583.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 21740 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 10.46, HIP 21740 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 21740 in?
HIP 21740 is located in the constellation Taurus.