HIP 56492

HIP 56492 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

At a distance of roughly 1,443 light-years, HIP 56492 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 56492 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 56492 has an apparent magnitude of +7.70, 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.561.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,561

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +7.70
Magnitude Absolue -0,53
Distance 1,443 ly
Constellation Centaurus

Position

Ascension droite 11h 34,88m
Déclinaison -46° 27,26′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 56492?
HIP 56492 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 56492 from Earth?
HIP 56492 is approximately 1,443.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 56492 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.70, HIP 56492 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 56492 in?
HIP 56492 is located in the constellation Centaurus.