HIP 5873

HIP 5873 is a K-type (Orange) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,394 light-years, HIP 5873 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 5873 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 5873 has an apparent magnitude of +8.16, 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 +1.459.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de cor (B−V) 1,459

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +8.16
Magnitude Absoluta 0,01
Distância 1,394 ly

Posição

Ascensão reta 1h 15,39m
Declinação -63° 8,86′

Perguntas frequentes

What type of star is HIP 5873?
HIP 5873 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 5873 from Earth?
HIP 5873 is approximately 1,393.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 5873 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.16, HIP 5873 is not visible to the naked eye.