HIP 38956
HIP 38956 is a M-type (Red) star.
HIP 38956 lies approximately 28.1 light-years from Earth, placing it within the Sun's local stellar neighborhood. This relatively short cosmic distance means the light reaching us today departed the star only about 28 years ago.
HIP 38956 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +12.02, HIP 38956 is a faint star that requires a telescope to observe. It is invisible to the naked eye and too dim for most binoculars. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.618.
Propiedades físicas
| Clase Espectral | M Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Índice de color (B−V) | 1,618 |
Observación
| Magnitud Aparente | +12.02 |
| Magnitud Absoluta | 12,34 |
| Distancia | 28.1 ly |
Posición
| Ascensión recta | 7h 58,21m |
| Declinación | 41° 18,22′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HIP 38956?
HIP 38956 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 38956 from Earth?
HIP 38956 is approximately 28.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 38956 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 12.02, HIP 38956 is not visible to the naked eye.