HIP 62896
HIP 62896 is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
Located approximately 148.6 light-years from Earth, HIP 62896 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 62896 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +4.25, HIP 62896 sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.224.
Propriétés physiques
| Classe Spectrale | Class A — A-type (White) |
| Indice de couleur (B−V) | 0,224 |
Observation
| Magnitude Apparente | +4.25 |
| Magnitude Absolue | 0,96 |
| Distance | 149 ly |
| Constellation | Centaurus |
Position
| Ascension droite | 12h 53,44m |
| Déclinaison | -40° 10,73′ |
Questions fréquentes
What type of star is HIP 62896?
HIP 62896 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 62896 from Earth?
HIP 62896 is approximately 148.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 62896 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.25, HIP 62896 is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 62896 in?
HIP 62896 is located in the constellation Centaurus.