HIP 56660
HIP 56660 is a M-type (Red) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
At a distance of roughly 2,718 light-years, HIP 56660 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 56660 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 56660 has an apparent magnitude of +8.24, 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 +1.706.
الخصائص الفيزيائية
| النوع الطيفي | Class M — M-type (Red) |
| مؤشر اللون (B−V) | 1,706 |
الرصد
| القدر الظاهري | +8.24 |
| القدر المطلق | -1,36 |
| المسافة | 2,718 ly |
| الكوكبة | Centaurus |
الموضع
| المطلع المستقيم | 11h 37,07m |
| الميل | -62° 29,12′ |
الأسئلة الشائعة
What type of star is HIP 56660?
HIP 56660 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 56660 from Earth?
HIP 56660 is approximately 2,718.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 56660 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.24, HIP 56660 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 56660 in?
HIP 56660 is located in the constellation Centaurus.