HIP 102238
HIP 102238 is a K-type (Orange) star.
Located approximately 212.6 light-years from Earth, HIP 102238 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 102238 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +10.79, HIP 102238 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.083.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | K Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Color Index (B−V) | 1.083 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +10.79 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 6.72 |
| Distance | 213 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 20h 43.00m |
| Declination | 26° 48.56′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HIP 102238?
HIP 102238 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 102238 from Earth?
HIP 102238 is approximately 212.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 102238 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 10.79, HIP 102238 is not visible to the naked eye.