HIP 55517
HIP 55517 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
At a distance of roughly 1,699 light-years, HIP 55517 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 55517 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 55517 has an apparent magnitude of +7.23, 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 +1.446.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,446 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +7.23 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | -1,35 |
| Entfernung | 1,699 ly |
| Sternbild | Centaurus |
Position
| Rektaszension | 11h 22,25m |
| Deklination | -56° 36,17′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 55517?
HIP 55517 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 55517 from Earth?
HIP 55517 is approximately 1,698.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55517 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.23, HIP 55517 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 55517 in?
HIP 55517 is located in the constellation Centaurus.