HIP 16242
HIP 16242 is a M-type (Red) star.
Located approximately 72.0 light-years from Earth, HIP 16242 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 16242 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 16242 has an apparent magnitude of +9.95, 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 +1.403.
Физические свойства
| Спектральный класс | Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Показатель цвета (B−V) | 1,403 |
Наблюдение
| Видимая звёздная величина | +9.95 |
| Абсолютная звёздная величина | 8,23 |
| Расстояние | 72.0 ly |
Положение
| Прямое восхождение | 3h 29,33m |
| Склонение | -11° 40,70′ |
Часто задаваемые вопросы
What type of star is HIP 16242?
HIP 16242 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 16242 from Earth?
HIP 16242 is approximately 72.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 16242 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.95, HIP 16242 is not visible to the naked eye.