HIP 59552

HIP 59552 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

At a distance of roughly 1,394 light-years, HIP 59552 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 59552 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 59552 has an apparent magnitude of +7.43, 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 +1.423.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,423

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +7.43
Absolute Helligkeit -0,72
Entfernung 1,394 ly
Sternbild Centaurus

Position

Rektaszension 12h 12,80m
Deklination -37° 31,63′

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What type of star is HIP 59552?
HIP 59552 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 59552 from Earth?
HIP 59552 is approximately 1,393.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 59552 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.43, HIP 59552 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 59552 in?
HIP 59552 is located in the constellation Centaurus.