HIP 61179

HIP 61179 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Crux.

At a distance of roughly 1,631 light-years, HIP 61179 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 61179 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 61179 has an apparent magnitude of +6.54, 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 +1.680.

Đặc tính vật lý

Phân Loại Quang Phổ Class K — K-type (Orange)
Chỉ số màu (B−V) 1,680

Quan sát

Cấp Sao Biểu Kiến +6.54
Cấp Sao Tuyệt Đối -1,96
Khoảng Cách 1,631 ly
Chòm Sao Crux

Vị trí

Xích kinh 12h 32,15m
Xích vĩ -56° 7,77′

Câu hỏi thường gặp

What type of star is HIP 61179?
HIP 61179 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 61179 from Earth?
HIP 61179 is approximately 1,630.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 61179 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.54, HIP 61179 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 61179 in?
HIP 61179 is located in the constellation Crux.