HIP 60408
HIP 60408 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
Located approximately 678.1 light-years from Earth, HIP 60408 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 60408 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 60408 has an apparent magnitude of +7.86, 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 +1.075.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,075 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +7.86 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 1,27 |
| Entfernung | 678 ly |
| Sternbild | Centaurus |
Position
| Rektaszension | 12h 23,16m |
| Deklination | -52° 25,23′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 60408?
HIP 60408 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 60408 from Earth?
HIP 60408 is approximately 678.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 60408 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.86, HIP 60408 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 60408 in?
HIP 60408 is located in the constellation Centaurus.