HIP 68488

HIP 68488 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Ursa Major.

At a distance of roughly 1,310 light-years, HIP 68488 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 68488 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 68488 has an apparent magnitude of +8.47, 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 +1.190.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de cor (B−V) 1,190

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +8.47
Magnitude Absoluta 0,45
Distância 1,310 ly
Constelação Ursa Major

Posição

Ascensão reta 14h 1,28m
Declinação 50° 8,34′

Perguntas frequentes

What type of star is HIP 68488?
HIP 68488 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 68488 from Earth?
HIP 68488 is approximately 1,309.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 68488 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.47, HIP 68488 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 68488 in?
HIP 68488 is located in the constellation Ursa Major.