HIP 56591

HIP 56591 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

At a distance of roughly 1,289 light-years, HIP 56591 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 56591 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 56591 has an apparent magnitude of +8.60, 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.051.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,051

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.60
Magnitude Absolue 0,62
Distance 1,289 ly
Constellation Centaurus

Position

Ascension droite 11h 36,12m
Déclinaison -45° 32,41′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 56591?
HIP 56591 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 56591 from Earth?
HIP 56591 is approximately 1,289.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 56591 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.60, HIP 56591 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 56591 in?
HIP 56591 is located in the constellation Centaurus.