HIP 61916
HIP 61916 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
Located approximately 906.0 light-years from Earth, HIP 61916 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 61916 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.84, HIP 61916 sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.475.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,475 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +5.84 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | -1,38 |
| Entfernung | 906 ly |
| Sternbild | Centaurus |
Position
| Rektaszension | 12h 41,38m |
| Deklination | -46° 8,73′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 61916?
HIP 61916 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 61916 from Earth?
HIP 61916 is approximately 906.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 61916 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.84, HIP 61916 is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 61916 in?
HIP 61916 is located in the constellation Centaurus.