HIP 55159
HIP 55159 is a G-type (Yellow) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
Located approximately 145.7 light-years from Earth, HIP 55159 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 55159 is classified as a spectral class G star (G-type (Yellow)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 55159 has an apparent magnitude of +8.18, 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 yellow-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.668.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class G — G-type (Yellow) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,668 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +8.18 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 4,93 |
| Entfernung | 146 ly |
| Sternbild | Centaurus |
Position
| Rektaszension | 11h 17,59m |
| Deklination | -38° 22,85′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 55159?
HIP 55159 is a Class G — G-type (Yellow) star.
How far is HIP 55159 from Earth?
HIP 55159 is approximately 145.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55159 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.18, HIP 55159 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 55159 in?
HIP 55159 is located in the constellation Centaurus.