HIP 56617
HIP 56617 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
Located approximately 832.0 light-years from Earth, HIP 56617 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 56617 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 56617 has an apparent magnitude of +7.76, 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 blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.006.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,006 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +7.76 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 0,73 |
| Entfernung | 832 ly |
| Sternbild | Centaurus |
Position
| Rektaszension | 11h 36,57m |
| Deklination | -60° 53,68′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 56617?
HIP 56617 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 56617 from Earth?
HIP 56617 is approximately 832.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 56617 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.76, HIP 56617 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 56617 in?
HIP 56617 is located in the constellation Centaurus.