HIP 60996

HIP 60996 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

At a distance of roughly 1,250 light-years, HIP 60996 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 60996 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 60996 has an apparent magnitude of +8.73, 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 +1.482.

Đặc tính vật lý

Phân Loại Quang Phổ Class K — K-type (Orange)
Chỉ số màu (B−V) 1,482

Quan sát

Cấp Sao Biểu Kiến +8.73
Cấp Sao Tuyệt Đối 0,81
Khoảng Cách 1,250 ly
Chòm Sao Centaurus

Vị trí

Xích kinh 12h 30,09m
Xích vĩ -34° 48,07′

Câu hỏi thường gặp

What type of star is HIP 60996?
HIP 60996 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 60996 from Earth?
HIP 60996 is approximately 1,249.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 60996 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.73, HIP 60996 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 60996 in?
HIP 60996 is located in the constellation Centaurus.