HIP 42688

HIP 42688 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Ursa Major.

At a distance of roughly 1,019 light-years, HIP 42688 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 42688 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 42688 has an apparent magnitude of +7.59, 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.540.

Fiziksel Özellikler

Spektral Sınıf Class K — K-type (Orange)
Renk İndeksi (B−V) 1,540

Gözlem

Görünür Parlaklık +7.59
Mutlak Parlaklık 0,12
Mesafe 1,019 ly
Takımyıldız Ursa Major

Konum

Sağ Açıklık 8h 42,03m
Dik Açı 63° 27,33′

Sıkça Sorulan Sorular

What type of star is HIP 42688?
HIP 42688 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 42688 from Earth?
HIP 42688 is approximately 1,019.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 42688 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.59, HIP 42688 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 42688 in?
HIP 42688 is located in the constellation Ursa Major.