HIP 68996

HIP 68996 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

At a distance of roughly 2,038 light-years, HIP 68996 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 68996 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 68996 has an apparent magnitude of +7.83, 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 +1.357.

Đặc tính vật lý

Phân Loại Quang Phổ Class K — K-type (Orange)
Chỉ số màu (B−V) 1,357

Quan sát

Cấp Sao Biểu Kiến +7.83
Cấp Sao Tuyệt Đối -1,15
Khoảng Cách 2,038 ly
Chòm Sao Centaurus

Vị trí

Xích kinh 14h 7,56m
Xích vĩ -40° 39,07′

Câu hỏi thường gặp

What type of star is HIP 68996?
HIP 68996 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 68996 from Earth?
HIP 68996 is approximately 2,038.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 68996 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.83, HIP 68996 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 68996 in?
HIP 68996 is located in the constellation Centaurus.