HIP 56506
HIP 56506 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
At a distance of roughly 1,182 light-years, HIP 56506 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 56506 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 56506 has an apparent magnitude of +6.91, 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 +1.278.
Propiedades físicas
| Clase Espectral | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Índice de color (B−V) | 1,278 |
Observación
| Magnitud Aparente | +6.91 |
| Magnitud Absoluta | -0,88 |
| Distancia | 1,182 ly |
| Constelación | Centaurus |
Posición
| Ascensión recta | 11h 35,06m |
| Declinación | -53° 14,53′ |
Preguntas frecuentes
What type of star is HIP 56506?
HIP 56506 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 56506 from Earth?
HIP 56506 is approximately 1,181.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 56506 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.91, HIP 56506 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 56506 in?
HIP 56506 is located in the constellation Centaurus.