HIP 55100

HIP 55100 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

Located approximately 420.9 light-years from Earth, HIP 55100 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 55100 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 55100 has an apparent magnitude of +6.88, 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.100.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,100

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +6.88
Magnitude Absolue 1,33
Distance 421 ly
Constellation Centaurus

Position

Ascension droite 11h 16,89m
Déclinaison -38° 23,92′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 55100?
HIP 55100 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 55100 from Earth?
HIP 55100 is approximately 420.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55100 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.88, HIP 55100 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 55100 in?
HIP 55100 is located in the constellation Centaurus.