HIP 101180

HIP 101180 is a M-type (Red) star.

HIP 101180 lies approximately 26.1 light-years from Earth, placing it within the Sun's local stellar neighborhood. This relatively short cosmic distance means the light reaching us today departed the star only about 26 years ago.

HIP 101180 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +10.54, HIP 101180 is a faint star that requires a telescope to observe. It is invisible to the naked eye and too dim for most binoculars. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.542.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class M — M-type (Red)
Color Index (B−V) 1.542

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +10.54
Absolute Magnitude 11.03
Distance 26.1 ly

Position

Right Ascension 20h 30.53m
Declination 65° 26.97′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 101180?
HIP 101180 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 101180 from Earth?
HIP 101180 is approximately 26.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 101180 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 10.54, HIP 101180 is not visible to the naked eye.