HIP 59979

HIP 59979 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Virgo.

At a distance of roughly 1,182 light-years, HIP 59979 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 59979 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 59979 has an apparent magnitude of +8.19, 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 yellow hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.986.

Đặc tính vật lý

Phân Loại Quang Phổ Class K — K-type (Orange)
Chỉ số màu (B−V) 0,986

Quan sát

Cấp Sao Biểu Kiến +8.19
Cấp Sao Tuyệt Đối 0,40
Khoảng Cách 1,182 ly
Chòm Sao Virgo

Vị trí

Xích kinh 12h 18,05m
Xích vĩ -1° 49,43′

Câu hỏi thường gặp

What type of star is HIP 59979?
HIP 59979 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 59979 from Earth?
HIP 59979 is approximately 1,181.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 59979 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.19, HIP 59979 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 59979 in?
HIP 59979 is located in the constellation Virgo.