HIP 4656

HIP 4656 is a K-type (Orange) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,279 light-years, HIP 4656 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 4656 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 4656 has an apparent magnitude of +8.85, 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 yellow hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.935.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,935

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.85
Magnitude Absolue 0,88
Distance 1,279 ly

Position

Ascension droite 0h 59,84m
Déclinaison -24° 33,14′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 4656?
HIP 4656 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 4656 from Earth?
HIP 4656 is approximately 1,279.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 4656 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.85, HIP 4656 is not visible to the naked eye.