HIP 55581
HIP 55581 is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
Located approximately 760.3 light-years from Earth, HIP 55581 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 55581 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.82, HIP 55581 sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.004.
Propriétés physiques
| Classe Spectrale | Class A — A-type (White) |
| Indice de couleur (B−V) | -0,004 |
Observation
| Magnitude Apparente | +5.82 |
| Magnitude Absolue | -1,02 |
| Distance | 760 ly |
| Constellation | Centaurus |
Position
| Ascension droite | 11h 23,14m |
| Déclinaison | -56° 46,76′ |
Questions fréquentes
What type of star is HIP 55581?
HIP 55581 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 55581 from Earth?
HIP 55581 is approximately 760.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55581 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.82, HIP 55581 is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 55581 in?
HIP 55581 is located in the constellation Centaurus.