HIP 12656

HIP 12656 is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Cassiopeia.

Located approximately 184.7 light-years from Earth, HIP 12656 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 12656 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 12656 has an apparent magnitude of +7.03, 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 white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.390.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class A — A-type (White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,390

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +7.03
Magnitude Absolue 3,26
Distance 185 ly
Constellation Cassiopeia

Position

Ascension droite 2h 42,60m
Déclinaison 61° 35,61′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 12656?
HIP 12656 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 12656 from Earth?
HIP 12656 is approximately 184.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 12656 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.03, HIP 12656 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 12656 in?
HIP 12656 is located in the constellation Cassiopeia.