HIP 56878

HIP 56878 is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Leo.

At a distance of roughly 1,406 light-years, HIP 56878 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 56878 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 56878 has an apparent magnitude of +8.23, 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-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.659.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class A — A-type (White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,659

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.23
Magnitude Absolue 0,06
Distance 1,406 ly
Constellation Leo

Position

Ascension droite 11h 39,63m
Déclinaison 26° 57,40′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 56878?
HIP 56878 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 56878 from Earth?
HIP 56878 is approximately 1,405.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 56878 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.23, HIP 56878 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 56878 in?
HIP 56878 is located in the constellation Leo.