Kap Hyi

Kap Hyi

Kap Hyi is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation Kap Hyi.

Located approximately 317.3 light-years from Earth, Kap Hyi resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.99, Kap Hyi sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.088.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral K Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de cor (B−V) 1,088

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +5.99
Magnitude Absoluta 1,05
Distância 317 ly

Posição

Ascensão reta 2h 22,87m
Declinação -73° 38,75′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is Kap Hyi?
Kap Hyi is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is Kap Hyi from Earth?
Kap Hyi is approximately 317.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Kap Hyi with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.99, Kap Hyi is visible to the naked eye.