HIP 68291

HIP 68291 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Virgo.

At a distance of roughly 1,524 light-years, HIP 68291 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 68291 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 68291 has an apparent magnitude of +8.98, 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 +1.166.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de cor (B−V) 1,166

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +8.98
Magnitude Absoluta 0,63
Distância 1,524 ly
Constelação Virgo

Posição

Ascensão reta 13h 58,76m
Declinação -14° 23,52′

Perguntas frequentes

What type of star is HIP 68291?
HIP 68291 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 68291 from Earth?
HIP 68291 is approximately 1,524.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 68291 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.98, HIP 68291 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 68291 in?
HIP 68291 is located in the constellation Virgo.