HIP 61226
HIP 61226 is a M-type (Red) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
Located approximately 959.3 light-years from Earth, HIP 61226 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 61226 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 61226 has an apparent magnitude of +7.80, 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 +1.704.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,704 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +7.80 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 0,46 |
| Entfernung | 959 ly |
| Sternbild | Centaurus |
Position
| Rektaszension | 12h 32,77m |
| Deklination | -38° 4,61′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 61226?
HIP 61226 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 61226 from Earth?
HIP 61226 is approximately 959.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 61226 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.80, HIP 61226 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 61226 in?
HIP 61226 is located in the constellation Centaurus.