HIP 60979

HIP 60979 is a M-type (Red) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

Located approximately 737.9 light-years from Earth, HIP 60979 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 60979 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 60979 has an apparent magnitude of +6.00, 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.515.

물리적 특성

분광형 Class M — M-type (Red)
색지수 (B−V) 1.515

관측

겉보기 등급 +6.00
절대 등급 -0.77
거리 738 ly
별자리 Centaurus

위치

적경 12h 29.96m
적위 -41° 44.15′

자주 묻는 질문

What type of star is HIP 60979?
HIP 60979 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 60979 from Earth?
HIP 60979 is approximately 737.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 60979 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.00, HIP 60979 is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 60979 in?
HIP 60979 is located in the constellation Centaurus.