HIP 59968
HIP 59968 is a G-type (Yellow) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
Located approximately 256.0 light-years from Earth, HIP 59968 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 59968 is classified as a spectral class G star (G-type (Yellow)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 59968 has an apparent magnitude of +8.50, 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 +0.762.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class G — G-type (Yellow) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,762 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +8.50 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 4,03 |
| Entfernung | 256 ly |
| Sternbild | Centaurus |
Position
| Rektaszension | 12h 17,95m |
| Deklination | -35° 49,90′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 59968?
HIP 59968 is a Class G — G-type (Yellow) star.
How far is HIP 59968 from Earth?
HIP 59968 is approximately 256.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 59968 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.50, HIP 59968 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 59968 in?
HIP 59968 is located in the constellation Centaurus.