HIP 53959

HIP 53959 is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Leo.

Located approximately 640.8 light-years from Earth, HIP 53959 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 53959 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 53959 has an apparent magnitude of +8.46, 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 +0.287.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class A — A-type (White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,287

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.46
Magnitude Absolue 1,99
Distance 641 ly
Constellation Leo

Position

Ascension droite 11h 2,40m
Déclinaison 23° 40,49′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 53959?
HIP 53959 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 53959 from Earth?
HIP 53959 is approximately 640.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 53959 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.46, HIP 53959 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 53959 in?
HIP 53959 is located in the constellation Leo.