HIP 62861
HIP 62861 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
Located approximately 413.4 light-years from Earth, HIP 62861 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 62861 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.91, HIP 62861 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 +1.309.
Propriedades físicas
| Classe Espectral | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Índice de cor (B−V) | 1,309 |
Observação
| Magnitude Aparente | +5.91 |
| Magnitude Absoluta | 0,40 |
| Distância | 413 ly |
| Constelação | Centaurus |
Posição
| Ascensão reta | 12h 53,07m |
| Declinação | -54° 57,15′ |
Perguntas frequentes
What type of star is HIP 62861?
HIP 62861 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 62861 from Earth?
HIP 62861 is approximately 413.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 62861 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.91, HIP 62861 is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 62861 in?
HIP 62861 is located in the constellation Centaurus.