HIP 55566
HIP 55566 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
At a distance of roughly 2,718 light-years, HIP 55566 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 55566 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 55566 has an apparent magnitude of +7.81, 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 -0.117.
Propriétés physiques
| Classe Spectrale | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Indice de couleur (B−V) | -0,117 |
Observation
| Magnitude Apparente | +7.81 |
| Magnitude Absolue | -1,79 |
| Distance | 2,718 ly |
| Constellation | Centaurus |
Position
| Ascension droite | 11h 22,87m |
| Déclinaison | -57° 38,23′ |
Questions fréquentes
What type of star is HIP 55566?
HIP 55566 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 55566 from Earth?
HIP 55566 is approximately 2,718.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55566 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.81, HIP 55566 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 55566 in?
HIP 55566 is located in the constellation Centaurus.