HIP 972

HIP 972 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Andromeda.

At a distance of roughly 1,080 light-years, HIP 972 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 972 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 972 has an apparent magnitude of +8.17, 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 +1.048.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de cor (B−V) 1,048

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +8.17
Magnitude Absoluta 0,57
Distância 1,080 ly
Constelação Andromeda

Posição

Ascensão reta 0h 12,03m
Declinação 48° 40,81′

Perguntas frequentes

What type of star is HIP 972?
HIP 972 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 972 from Earth?
HIP 972 is approximately 1,080.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 972 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.17, HIP 972 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 972 in?
HIP 972 is located in the constellation Andromeda.