HIP 79969

HIP 79969 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Scorpius.

Located approximately 125.7 light-years from Earth, HIP 79969 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 79969 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 79969 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 yellow-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.727.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de cor (B−V) 0,727

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +8.16
Magnitude Absoluta 5,23
Distância 126 ly
Constelação Scorpius

Posição

Ascensão reta 16h 19,38m
Declinação -25° 45,64′

Perguntas frequentes

What type of star is HIP 79969?
HIP 79969 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 79969 from Earth?
HIP 79969 is approximately 125.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 79969 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.16, HIP 79969 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 79969 in?
HIP 79969 is located in the constellation Scorpius.