HIP 56939
HIP 56939 is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
Located approximately 948.1 light-years from Earth, HIP 56939 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 56939 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 56939 has an apparent magnitude of +8.20, 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 +0.173.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class A — A-type (White) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,173 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +8.20 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 0,88 |
| Entfernung | 948 ly |
| Sternbild | Centaurus |
Position
| Rektaszension | 11h 40,38m |
| Deklination | -49° 10,01′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 56939?
HIP 56939 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 56939 from Earth?
HIP 56939 is approximately 948.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 56939 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.20, HIP 56939 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 56939 in?
HIP 56939 is located in the constellation Centaurus.