HIP 55855
HIP 55855 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
At a distance of roughly 1,476 light-years, HIP 55855 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 55855 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 55855 has an apparent magnitude of +8.84, 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 hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.006.
Propiedades físicas
| Clase Espectral | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Índice de color (B−V) | -0,006 |
Observación
| Magnitud Aparente | +8.84 |
| Magnitud Absoluta | 0,56 |
| Distancia | 1,476 ly |
| Constelación | Centaurus |
Posición
| Ascensión recta | 11h 26,85m |
| Declinación | -50° 42,83′ |
Preguntas frecuentes
What type of star is HIP 55855?
HIP 55855 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 55855 from Earth?
HIP 55855 is approximately 1,475.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55855 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.84, HIP 55855 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 55855 in?
HIP 55855 is located in the constellation Centaurus.