HIP 117978

HIP 117978 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Aquarius.

Located approximately 469.3 light-years from Earth, HIP 117978 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 117978 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 117978 has an apparent magnitude of +6.60, 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 +1.172.

Физические свойства

Спектральный класс Class K — K-type (Orange)
Показатель цвета (B−V) 1,172

Наблюдение

Видимая звёздная величина +6.60
Абсолютная звёздная величина 0,81
Расстояние 469 ly
Созвездие Aquarius

Положение

Прямое восхождение 23h 55,76m
Склонение -13° 9,15′

Часто задаваемые вопросы

What type of star is HIP 117978?
HIP 117978 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 117978 from Earth?
HIP 117978 is approximately 469.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 117978 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.60, HIP 117978 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 117978 in?
HIP 117978 is located in the constellation Aquarius.