HIP 56688
HIP 56688 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
Located approximately 682.3 light-years from Earth, HIP 56688 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 56688 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 56688 has an apparent magnitude of +7.89, 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.260.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,260 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +7.89 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 1,29 |
| Entfernung | 682 ly |
| Sternbild | Centaurus |
Position
| Rektaszension | 11h 37,42m |
| Deklination | -53° 44,31′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 56688?
HIP 56688 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 56688 from Earth?
HIP 56688 is approximately 682.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 56688 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.89, HIP 56688 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 56688 in?
HIP 56688 is located in the constellation Centaurus.