HIP 56391
HIP 56391 is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
Located approximately 385.5 light-years from Earth, HIP 56391 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 56391 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.39, HIP 56391 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 blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.117.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class A — A-type (White) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,117 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +5.39 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 0,03 |
| Entfernung | 386 ly |
| Sternbild | Centaurus |
Position
| Rektaszension | 11h 33,62m |
| Deklination | -40° 35,20′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 56391?
HIP 56391 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 56391 from Earth?
HIP 56391 is approximately 385.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 56391 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.39, HIP 56391 is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 56391 in?
HIP 56391 is located in the constellation Centaurus.