HIP 5559

HIP 5559 is a M-type (Red) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,102 light-years, HIP 5559 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 5559 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 5559 has an apparent magnitude of +7.10, 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.494.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class M — M-type (Red)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,494

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +7.10
Magnitude Absolue -0,54
Distance 1,102 ly

Position

Ascension droite 1h 11,29m
Déclinaison -13° 30,20′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 5559?
HIP 5559 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 5559 from Earth?
HIP 5559 is approximately 1,101.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 5559 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.10, HIP 5559 is not visible to the naked eye.