HIP 56656
HIP 56656 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
Located approximately 233.8 light-years from Earth, HIP 56656 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 56656 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.14, HIP 56656 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.105.
물리적 특성
| 분광형 | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| 색지수 (B−V) | 1.105 |
관측
| 겉보기 등급 | +5.14 |
| 절대 등급 | 0.86 |
| 거리 | 234 ly |
| 별자리 | Centaurus |
위치
| 적경 | 11h 37.01m |
| 적위 | -61° 17.01′ |
자주 묻는 질문
What type of star is HIP 56656?
HIP 56656 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 56656 from Earth?
HIP 56656 is approximately 233.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 56656 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.14, HIP 56656 is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 56656 in?
HIP 56656 is located in the constellation Centaurus.