HIP 5996

HIP 5996 is a G-type (Yellow) star.

Located approximately 601.8 light-years from Earth, HIP 5996 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 5996 is classified as a spectral class G star (G-type (Yellow)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 5996 has an apparent magnitude of +8.85, 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 yellow-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.630.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class G — G-type (Yellow)
Farbindex (B−V) 0,630

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +8.85
Absolute Helligkeit 2,52
Entfernung 602 ly

Position

Rektaszension 1h 17,09m
Deklination -23° 14,31′

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What type of star is HIP 5996?
HIP 5996 is a Class G — G-type (Yellow) star.
How far is HIP 5996 from Earth?
HIP 5996 is approximately 601.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 5996 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.85, HIP 5996 is not visible to the naked eye.