HIP 5558
HIP 5558 is a M-type (Red) star.
At a distance of roughly 1,320 light-years, HIP 5558 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 5558 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 5558 has an apparent magnitude of +9.59, 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 +1.556.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,556 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +9.59 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 1,55 |
| Entfernung | 1,320 ly |
Position
| Rektaszension | 1h 11,28m |
| Deklination | -68° 2,91′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 5558?
HIP 5558 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 5558 from Earth?
HIP 5558 is approximately 1,320.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 5558 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.59, HIP 5558 is not visible to the naked eye.