HIP 17940

HIP 17940 is a K-type (Orange) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,235 light-years, HIP 17940 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 17940 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 17940 has an apparent magnitude of +8.47, 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.322.

คุณสมบัติทางกายภาพ

ประเภทสเปกตรัม K Class K — K-type (Orange)
ดัชนีสี (B−V) 1.322

การสังเกต

โชติมาตรปรากฏ +8.47
โชติมาตรสัมบูรณ์ 0.58
ระยะทาง 1,235 ly

ตำแหน่ง

ไรต์แอสเซนชัน 3h 50.18m
เดคลิเนชัน 77° 10.76′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 17940?
HIP 17940 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 17940 from Earth?
HIP 17940 is approximately 1,235.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 17940 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.47, HIP 17940 is not visible to the naked eye.