HIP 61406
HIP 61406 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
Located approximately 131.2 light-years from Earth, HIP 61406 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 61406 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 61406 has an apparent magnitude of +9.89, 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 +1.078.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,078 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +9.89 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 6,87 |
| Entfernung | 131 ly |
| Sternbild | Centaurus |
Position
| Rektaszension | 12h 34,90m |
| Deklination | -47° 17,32′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 61406?
HIP 61406 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 61406 from Earth?
HIP 61406 is approximately 131.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 61406 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.89, HIP 61406 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 61406 in?
HIP 61406 is located in the constellation Centaurus.