HIP 20856
HIP 20856 is a M-type (Red) star.
At a distance of roughly 1,190 light-years, HIP 20856 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 20856 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 20856 has an apparent magnitude of +6.41, 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 +1.614.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,614 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +6.41 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | -1,40 |
| Entfernung | 1,190 ly |
Position
| Rektaszension | 4h 28,16m |
| Deklination | -41° 57,59′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 20856?
HIP 20856 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 20856 from Earth?
HIP 20856 is approximately 1,190.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 20856 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.41, HIP 20856 is not visible to the naked eye.