HIP 96978

HIP 96978 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Sagittarius.

At a distance of roughly 2,965 light-years, HIP 96978 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 96978 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 96978 has an apparent magnitude of +8.60, 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 +1.304.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de cor (B−V) 1,304

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +8.60
Magnitude Absoluta -1,19
Distância 2,965 ly
Constelação Sagittarius

Posição

Ascensão reta 19h 42,75m
Declinação -43° 4,52′

Perguntas frequentes

What type of star is HIP 96978?
HIP 96978 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 96978 from Earth?
HIP 96978 is approximately 2,965.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 96978 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.60, HIP 96978 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 96978 in?
HIP 96978 is located in the constellation Sagittarius.