HIP 15240

HIP 15240 is a K-type (Orange) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,217 light-years, HIP 15240 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 15240 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 15240 has an apparent magnitude of +8.38, placing it beyond naked-eye visibility. A good pair of binoculars or a small telescope is required to observe this star. Observers will note its yellow hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.984.

คุณสมบัติทางกายภาพ

ประเภทสเปกตรัม K Class K — K-type (Orange)
ดัชนีสี (B−V) 0.984

การสังเกต

โชติมาตรปรากฏ +8.38
โชติมาตรสัมบูรณ์ 0.52
ระยะทาง 1,217 ly

ตำแหน่ง

ไรต์แอสเซนชัน 3h 16.55m
เดคลิเนชัน -47° 17.72′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 15240?
HIP 15240 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 15240 from Earth?
HIP 15240 is approximately 1,217.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 15240 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.38, HIP 15240 is not visible to the naked eye.