HIP 42779

HIP 42779 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Ursa Major.

At a distance of roughly 1,106 light-years, HIP 42779 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 42779 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 42779 has an apparent magnitude of +7.22, 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 +1.199.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de cor (B−V) 1,199

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +7.22
Magnitude Absoluta -0,43
Distância 1,106 ly
Constelação Ursa Major

Posição

Ascensão reta 8h 43,01m
Declinação 70° 9,87′

Perguntas frequentes

What type of star is HIP 42779?
HIP 42779 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 42779 from Earth?
HIP 42779 is approximately 1,105.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 42779 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.22, HIP 42779 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 42779 in?
HIP 42779 is located in the constellation Ursa Major.