HIP 56301

HIP 56301 is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

Located approximately 614.2 light-years from Earth, HIP 56301 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 56301 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 56301 has an apparent magnitude of +6.78, 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 blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.164.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class A — A-type (White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,164

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +6.78
Magnitude Absolue 0,40
Distance 614 ly
Constellation Centaurus

Position

Ascension droite 11h 32,54m
Déclinaison -59° 43,07′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 56301?
HIP 56301 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 56301 from Earth?
HIP 56301 is approximately 614.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 56301 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.78, HIP 56301 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 56301 in?
HIP 56301 is located in the constellation Centaurus.