HIP 68818

HIP 68818 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

At a distance of roughly 2,528 light-years, HIP 68818 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 68818 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 68818 has an apparent magnitude of +8.41, 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 +1.205.

Fiziksel Özellikler

Spektral Sınıf K Class K — K-type (Orange)
Renk İndeksi (B−V) 1,205

Gözlem

Görünür Parlaklık +8.41
Mutlak Parlaklık -1,04
Mesafe 2,528 ly
Takımyıldız Centaurus

Konum

Sağ Açıklık 14h 5,37m
Dik Açı -42° 50,62′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 68818?
HIP 68818 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 68818 from Earth?
HIP 68818 is approximately 2,528.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 68818 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.41, HIP 68818 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 68818 in?
HIP 68818 is located in the constellation Centaurus.