HIP 59657
HIP 59657 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
Located approximately 860.6 light-years from Earth, HIP 59657 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 59657 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 59657 has an apparent magnitude of +8.49, 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 blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.008.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,008 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +8.49 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 1,38 |
| Entfernung | 861 ly |
| Sternbild | Centaurus |
Position
| Rektaszension | 12h 14,09m |
| Deklination | -51° 18,86′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 59657?
HIP 59657 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 59657 from Earth?
HIP 59657 is approximately 860.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 59657 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.49, HIP 59657 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 59657 in?
HIP 59657 is located in the constellation Centaurus.