HIP 87642

HIP 87642 is a K-type (Orange) star.

Located approximately 408.7 light-years from Earth, HIP 87642 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 87642 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 87642 has an apparent magnitude of +6.51, 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 +1.193.

คุณสมบัติทางกายภาพ

ประเภทสเปกตรัม K Class K — K-type (Orange)
ดัชนีสี (B−V) 1.193

การสังเกต

โชติมาตรปรากฏ +6.51
โชติมาตรสัมบูรณ์ 1.02
ระยะทาง 409 ly

ตำแหน่ง

ไรต์แอสเซนชัน 17h 54.13m
เดคลิเนชัน -11° 20.25′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 87642?
HIP 87642 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 87642 from Earth?
HIP 87642 is approximately 408.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 87642 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.51, HIP 87642 is not visible to the naked eye.