HIP 38978

HIP 38978 is a K-type (Orange) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,517 light-years, HIP 38978 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 38978 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 38978 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.074.

Fiziksel Özellikler

Spektral Sınıf K Class K — K-type (Orange)
Renk İndeksi (B−V) 1,074

Gözlem

Görünür Parlaklık +8.38
Mutlak Parlaklık 0,04
Mesafe 1,517 ly

Konum

Sağ Açıklık 7h 58,57m
Dik Açı -21° 29,26′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 38978?
HIP 38978 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 38978 from Earth?
HIP 38978 is approximately 1,517.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 38978 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.38, HIP 38978 is not visible to the naked eye.