HIP 4956

HIP 4956 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Cassiopeia.

At a distance of roughly 2,234 light-years, HIP 4956 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 4956 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 4956 has an apparent magnitude of +9.01, 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 +1.960.

物理特性

光谱类型 Class K — K-type (Orange)
色指数 (B−V) 1.960

观测

视星等 +9.01
绝对星等 -0.17
距离 2,234 ly
星座 Cassiopeia

位置

赤经 1h 3.56m
赤纬 61° 12.53′

常见问题

What type of star is HIP 4956?
HIP 4956 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 4956 from Earth?
HIP 4956 is approximately 2,234.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 4956 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.01, HIP 4956 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 4956 in?
HIP 4956 is located in the constellation Cassiopeia.