HIP 61196

HIP 61196 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

At a distance of roughly 2,363 light-years, HIP 61196 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 61196 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 61196 has an apparent magnitude of +8.93, 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.379.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de cor (B−V) 1,379

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +8.93
Magnitude Absoluta -0,37
Distância 2,363 ly
Constelação Centaurus

Posição

Ascensão reta 12h 32,41m
Declinação -51° 13,70′

Perguntas frequentes

What type of star is HIP 61196?
HIP 61196 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 61196 from Earth?
HIP 61196 is approximately 2,363.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 61196 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.93, HIP 61196 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 61196 in?
HIP 61196 is located in the constellation Centaurus.