HIP 59612

HIP 59612 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

At a distance of roughly 1,165 light-years, HIP 59612 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 59612 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 59612 has an apparent magnitude of +8.81, 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 +1.080.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,080

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.81
Magnitude Absolue 1,05
Distance 1,165 ly
Constellation Centaurus

Position

Ascension droite 12h 13,51m
Déclinaison -48° 47,78′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 59612?
HIP 59612 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 59612 from Earth?
HIP 59612 is approximately 1,164.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 59612 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.81, HIP 59612 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 59612 in?
HIP 59612 is located in the constellation Centaurus.