HIP 55430

HIP 55430 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

At a distance of roughly 1,039 light-years, HIP 55430 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 55430 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 55430 has an apparent magnitude of +7.51, 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 +1.029.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,029

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +7.51
Magnitude Absolue 0,00
Distance 1,039 ly
Constellation Centaurus

Position

Ascension droite 11h 21,11m
Déclinaison -45° 53,17′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 55430?
HIP 55430 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 55430 from Earth?
HIP 55430 is approximately 1,038.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55430 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.51, HIP 55430 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 55430 in?
HIP 55430 is located in the constellation Centaurus.