HIP 33556
HIP 33556 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Canis Major.
At a distance of roughly 1,087 light-years, HIP 33556 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 33556 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 33556 has an apparent magnitude of +7.14, 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 blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.078.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | -0,078 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +7.14 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | -0,47 |
| Entfernung | 1,087 ly |
| Sternbild | Canis Major |
Position
| Rektaszension | 6h 58,40m |
| Deklination | -16° 3,28′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 33556?
HIP 33556 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 33556 from Earth?
HIP 33556 is approximately 1,087.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 33556 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.14, HIP 33556 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 33556 in?
HIP 33556 is located in the constellation Canis Major.