HIP 80942

HIP 80942 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Scorpius.

Located approximately 789.7 light-years from Earth, HIP 80942 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 80942 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 80942 has an apparent magnitude of +8.93, 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 +1.622.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de cor (B−V) 1,622

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +8.93
Magnitude Absoluta 2,01
Distância 790 ly
Constelação Scorpius

Posição

Ascensão reta 16h 31,67m
Declinação -31° 39,17′

Perguntas frequentes

What type of star is HIP 80942?
HIP 80942 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 80942 from Earth?
HIP 80942 is approximately 789.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 80942 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.93, HIP 80942 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 80942 in?
HIP 80942 is located in the constellation Scorpius.