HIP 42422
HIP 42422 is a K-type (Orange) star.
HIP 42422 is an extraordinarily remote star, situated approximately 326,156 light-years from Earth.
HIP 42422 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +10.07, HIP 42422 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 +1.149.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | K Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Color Index (B−V) | 1.149 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +10.07 |
| Absolute Magnitude | -9.93 |
| Distance | 326,156 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 8h 39.03m |
| Declination | 0° 35.49′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HIP 42422?
HIP 42422 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 42422 from Earth?
HIP 42422 is approximately 326,156.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 42422 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 10.07, HIP 42422 is not visible to the naked eye.