HIP 5879

HIP 5879 is a K-type (Orange) star.

Located approximately 959.3 light-years from Earth, HIP 5879 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 5879 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 5879 has an apparent magnitude of +8.72, 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 +1.192.

Физические свойства

Спектральный класс Class K — K-type (Orange)
Показатель цвета (B−V) 1,192

Наблюдение

Видимая звёздная величина +8.72
Абсолютная звёздная величина 1,38
Расстояние 959 ly

Положение

Прямое восхождение 1h 15,50m
Склонение -57° 15,01′

Часто задаваемые вопросы

What type of star is HIP 5879?
HIP 5879 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 5879 from Earth?
HIP 5879 is approximately 959.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 5879 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.72, HIP 5879 is not visible to the naked eye.