HIP 42956

HIP 42956 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Ursa Major.

Located approximately 793.6 light-years from Earth, HIP 42956 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 42956 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 42956 has an apparent magnitude of +8.61, 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 +1.202.

Đặc tính vật lý

Phân Loại Quang Phổ Class K — K-type (Orange)
Chỉ số màu (B−V) 1,202

Quan sát

Cấp Sao Biểu Kiến +8.61
Cấp Sao Tuyệt Đối 1,68
Khoảng Cách 794 ly
Chòm Sao Ursa Major

Vị trí

Xích kinh 8h 45,37m
Xích vĩ 71° 17,56′

Câu hỏi thường gặp

What type of star is HIP 42956?
HIP 42956 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 42956 from Earth?
HIP 42956 is approximately 793.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 42956 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.61, HIP 42956 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 42956 in?
HIP 42956 is located in the constellation Ursa Major.