HIP 56397

HIP 56397 is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

Located approximately 639.5 light-years from Earth, HIP 56397 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 56397 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 56397 has an apparent magnitude of +8.15, 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 +0.200.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class A — A-type (White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,200

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.15
Magnitude Absolue 1,69
Distance 640 ly
Constellation Centaurus

Position

Ascension droite 11h 33,73m
Déclinaison -46° 31,98′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 56397?
HIP 56397 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 56397 from Earth?
HIP 56397 is approximately 639.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 56397 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.15, HIP 56397 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 56397 in?
HIP 56397 is located in the constellation Centaurus.