HIP 59978
HIP 59978 is a F-type (Yellow-White) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
Located approximately 891.1 light-years from Earth, HIP 59978 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 59978 is classified as a spectral class F star (F-type (Yellow-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 59978 has an apparent magnitude of +8.78, 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 white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.566.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,566 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +8.78 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 1,60 |
| Entfernung | 891 ly |
| Sternbild | Centaurus |
Position
| Rektaszension | 12h 18,02m |
| Deklination | -49° 7,25′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 59978?
HIP 59978 is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is HIP 59978 from Earth?
HIP 59978 is approximately 891.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 59978 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.78, HIP 59978 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 59978 in?
HIP 59978 is located in the constellation Centaurus.