HIP 12943
HIP 12943 is a K-type (Orange) star.
HIP 12943 is an extraordinarily remote star, situated approximately 326,156 light-years from Earth.
HIP 12943 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +10.05, HIP 12943 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 +1.117.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | K Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Color Index (B−V) | 1.117 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +10.05 |
| Absolute Magnitude | -9.95 |
| Distance | 326,156 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 2h 46.47m |
| Declination | -27° 51.23′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HIP 12943?
HIP 12943 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 12943 from Earth?
HIP 12943 is approximately 326,156.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 12943 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 10.05, HIP 12943 is not visible to the naked eye.