HIP 60257

HIP 60257 is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

Located approximately 691.0 light-years from Earth, HIP 60257 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 60257 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 60257 has an apparent magnitude of +8.43, 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 white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.308.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class A — A-type (White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,308

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.43
Magnitude Absolue 1,80
Distance 691 ly
Constellation Centaurus

Position

Ascension droite 12h 21,35m
Déclinaison -54° 30,09′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 60257?
HIP 60257 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 60257 from Earth?
HIP 60257 is approximately 691.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 60257 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.43, HIP 60257 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 60257 in?
HIP 60257 is located in the constellation Centaurus.