HIP 62998

HIP 62998 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

Located approximately 721.6 light-years from Earth, HIP 62998 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 62998 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 62998 has an apparent magnitude of +8.75, 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 +1.103.

Физические свойства

Спектральный класс Class K — K-type (Orange)
Показатель цвета (B−V) 1,103

Наблюдение

Видимая звёздная величина +8.75
Абсолютная звёздная величина 2,03
Расстояние 722 ly
Созвездие Centaurus

Положение

Прямое восхождение 12h 54,54m
Склонение -36° 48,69′

Часто задаваемые вопросы

What type of star is HIP 62998?
HIP 62998 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 62998 from Earth?
HIP 62998 is approximately 721.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 62998 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.75, HIP 62998 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 62998 in?
HIP 62998 is located in the constellation Centaurus.