HIP 55817
HIP 55817 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
At a distance of roughly 1,274 light-years, HIP 55817 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 55817 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 55817 has an apparent magnitude of +8.09, 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.183.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,183 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +8.09 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 0,13 |
| Entfernung | 1,274 ly |
| Sternbild | Centaurus |
Position
| Rektaszension | 11h 26,31m |
| Deklination | -50° 7,53′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 55817?
HIP 55817 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 55817 from Earth?
HIP 55817 is approximately 1,274.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55817 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.09, HIP 55817 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 55817 in?
HIP 55817 is located in the constellation Centaurus.