HIP 105979

HIP 105979 is a K-type (Orange) star.

Located approximately 268.4 light-years from Earth, HIP 105979 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 105979 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +10.26, HIP 105979 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 yellow-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.798.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class K Class K — K-type (Orange)
Color Index (B−V) 0.798

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +10.26
Absolute Magnitude 5.68
Distance 268 ly

Position

Right Ascension 21h 27.81m
Declination 67° 40.06′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 105979?
HIP 105979 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 105979 from Earth?
HIP 105979 is approximately 268.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 105979 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 10.26, HIP 105979 is not visible to the naked eye.