HIP 56842
HIP 56842 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
At a distance of roughly 1,342 light-years, HIP 56842 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 56842 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 56842 has an apparent magnitude of +8.44, 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 yellow-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.649.
Fiziksel Özellikler
| Spektral Sınıf | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Renk İndeksi (B−V) | 0,649 |
Gözlem
| Görünür Parlaklık | +8.44 |
| Mutlak Parlaklık | 0,37 |
| Mesafe | 1,342 ly |
| Takımyıldız | Centaurus |
Konum
| Sağ Açıklık | 11h 39,21m |
| Dik Açı | -51° 53,81′ |
Sıkça Sorulan Sorular
What type of star is HIP 56842?
HIP 56842 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 56842 from Earth?
HIP 56842 is approximately 1,342.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 56842 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.44, HIP 56842 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 56842 in?
HIP 56842 is located in the constellation Centaurus.