HIP 55283

HIP 55283 is a M-type (Red) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

At a distance of roughly 2,528 light-years, HIP 55283 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 55283 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 55283 has an apparent magnitude of +7.89, 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 +1.410.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class M — M-type (Red)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,410

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +7.89
Absolute Helligkeit -1,56
Entfernung 2,528 ly
Sternbild Centaurus

Position

Rektaszension 11h 19,35m
Deklination -45° 5,60′

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What type of star is HIP 55283?
HIP 55283 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 55283 from Earth?
HIP 55283 is approximately 2,528.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55283 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.89, HIP 55283 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 55283 in?
HIP 55283 is located in the constellation Centaurus.