HIP 38917

HIP 38917 is a K-type (Orange) star.

Located approximately 290.9 light-years from Earth, HIP 38917 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 38917 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.14, HIP 38917 sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.263.

物理特性

光谱类型 K Class K — K-type (Orange)
色指数 (B−V) 1.263

观测

视星等 +5.14
绝对星等 0.39
距离 291 ly

位置

赤经 7h 57.86m
赤纬 -45° 34.66′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 38917?
HIP 38917 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 38917 from Earth?
HIP 38917 is approximately 291.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 38917 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.14, HIP 38917 is visible to the naked eye.