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.