HIP 56518
HIP 56518 is a M-type (Red) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
Located approximately 721.6 light-years from Earth, HIP 56518 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 56518 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.64, HIP 56518 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.682.
物理特性
| 光谱类型 | Class M — M-type (Red) |
| 色指数 (B−V) | 1.682 |
观测
| 视星等 | +5.64 |
| 绝对星等 | -1.08 |
| 距离 | 722 ly |
| 星座 | Centaurus |
位置
| 赤经 | 11h 35.22m |
| 赤纬 | -47° 22.35′ |
常见问题
What type of star is HIP 56518?
HIP 56518 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 56518 from Earth?
HIP 56518 is approximately 721.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 56518 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.64, HIP 56518 is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 56518 in?
HIP 56518 is located in the constellation Centaurus.