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.

Đặc tính vật lý

Phân Loại Quang Phổ Class K — K-type (Orange)
Chỉ số màu (B−V) 0,649

Quan sát

Cấp Sao Biểu Kiến +8.44
Cấp Sao Tuyệt Đối 0,37
Khoảng Cách 1,342 ly
Chòm Sao Centaurus

Vị trí

Xích kinh 11h 39,21m
Xích vĩ -51° 53,81′

Câu hỏi thường gặp

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.