HIP 56966
HIP 56966 is a G-type (Yellow) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
Located approximately 227.9 light-years from Earth, HIP 56966 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 56966 is classified as a spectral class G star (G-type (Yellow)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 56966 has an apparent magnitude of +8.84, 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 yellow-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.608.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class G — G-type (Yellow) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,608 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +8.84 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 4,62 |
| Entfernung | 228 ly |
| Sternbild | Centaurus |
Position
| Rektaszension | 11h 40,68m |
| Deklination | -58° 6,26′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 56966?
HIP 56966 is a Class G — G-type (Yellow) star.
How far is HIP 56966 from Earth?
HIP 56966 is approximately 227.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 56966 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.84, HIP 56966 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 56966 in?
HIP 56966 is located in the constellation Centaurus.