HIP 57237

HIP 57237 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

At a distance of roughly 3,198 light-years, HIP 57237 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 57237 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 57237 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.627.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,627

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +8.20
Absolute Helligkeit -1,76
Entfernung 3,198 ly
Sternbild Centaurus

Position

Rektaszension 11h 44,15m
Deklination -45° 34,71′

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What type of star is HIP 57237?
HIP 57237 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 57237 from Earth?
HIP 57237 is approximately 3,197.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 57237 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.20, HIP 57237 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 57237 in?
HIP 57237 is located in the constellation Centaurus.