HIP 5870

HIP 5870 is a K-type (Orange) star.

HIP 5870 is an extraordinarily remote star, situated approximately 326,156 light-years from Earth.

HIP 5870 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +11.66, HIP 5870 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 +1.382.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class K — K-type (Orange)
Color Index (B−V) 1.382

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +11.66
Absolute Magnitude -8.34
Distance 326,156 ly

Position

Right Ascension 1h 15.35m
Declination 10° 40.39′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 5870?
HIP 5870 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 5870 from Earth?
HIP 5870 is approximately 326,156.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 5870 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 11.66, HIP 5870 is not visible to the naked eye.