HIP 59256
HIP 59256 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
Located approximately 622.4 light-years from Earth, HIP 59256 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 59256 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 59256 has an apparent magnitude of +9.25, 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 +1.000.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,000 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +9.25 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 2,85 |
| Entfernung | 622 ly |
| Sternbild | Centaurus |
Position
| Rektaszension | 12h 9,30m |
| Deklination | -35° 54,53′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 59256?
HIP 59256 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 59256 from Earth?
HIP 59256 is approximately 622.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 59256 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.25, HIP 59256 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 59256 in?
HIP 59256 is located in the constellation Centaurus.