HIP 69972
HIP 69972 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
HIP 69972 lies approximately 38.5 light-years from Earth, placing it within the Sun's local stellar neighborhood. This relatively short cosmic distance means the light reaching us today departed the star only about 38 years ago.
HIP 69972 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 69972 has an apparent magnitude of +6.66, 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 +1.017.
Đặc tính vật lý
| Phân Loại Quang Phổ | K Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Chỉ số màu (B−V) | 1,017 |
Quan sát
| Cấp Sao Biểu Kiến | +6.66 |
| Cấp Sao Tuyệt Đối | 6,30 |
| Khoảng Cách | 38.5 ly |
| Chòm Sao | Centaurus |
Vị trí
| Xích kinh | 14h 19,08m |
| Xích vĩ | -59° 22,74′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HIP 69972?
HIP 69972 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 69972 from Earth?
HIP 69972 is approximately 38.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 69972 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.66, HIP 69972 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 69972 in?
HIP 69972 is located in the constellation Centaurus.