HIP 61842

HIP 61842 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

At a distance of roughly 1,169 light-years, HIP 61842 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 61842 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 61842 has an apparent magnitude of +8.43, 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 +1.137.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de cor (B−V) 1,137

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +8.43
Magnitude Absoluta 0,66
Distância 1,169 ly
Constelação Centaurus

Posição

Ascensão reta 12h 40,44m
Declinação -53° 52,23′

Perguntas frequentes

What type of star is HIP 61842?
HIP 61842 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 61842 from Earth?
HIP 61842 is approximately 1,169.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 61842 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.43, HIP 61842 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 61842 in?
HIP 61842 is located in the constellation Centaurus.