HIP 20856

HIP 20856 is a M-type (Red) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,190 light-years, HIP 20856 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 20856 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 20856 has an apparent magnitude of +6.41, 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 +1.614.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral Class M — M-type (Red)
Índice de cor (B−V) 1,614

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +6.41
Magnitude Absoluta -1,40
Distância 1,190 ly

Posição

Ascensão reta 4h 28,16m
Declinação -41° 57,59′

Perguntas frequentes

What type of star is HIP 20856?
HIP 20856 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 20856 from Earth?
HIP 20856 is approximately 1,190.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 20856 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.41, HIP 20856 is not visible to the naked eye.