HIP 55238

HIP 55238 is a M-type (Red) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,098 light-years, HIP 55238 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 55238 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 55238 has an apparent magnitude of +6.61, 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.324.

الخصائص الفيزيائية

النوع الطيفي M Class M — M-type (Red)
مؤشر اللون (B−V) 1,324

الرصد

القدر الظاهري +6.61
القدر المطلق -1,03
المسافة 1,098 ly

الموضع

المطلع المستقيم 11h 18,73m
الميل -58° 11,18′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 55238?
HIP 55238 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 55238 from Earth?
HIP 55238 is approximately 1,098.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55238 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.61, HIP 55238 is not visible to the naked eye.