HIP 55612
HIP 55612 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
At a distance of roughly 1,489 light-years, HIP 55612 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 55612 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 55612 has an apparent magnitude of +8.61, 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 +1.006.
Propriétés physiques
| Classe Spectrale | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Indice de couleur (B−V) | 1,006 |
Observation
| Magnitude Apparente | +8.61 |
| Magnitude Absolue | 0,31 |
| Distance | 1,489 ly |
| Constellation | Centaurus |
Position
| Ascension droite | 11h 23,60m |
| Déclinaison | -50° 23,05′ |
Questions fréquentes
What type of star is HIP 55612?
HIP 55612 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 55612 from Earth?
HIP 55612 is approximately 1,489.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55612 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.61, HIP 55612 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 55612 in?
HIP 55612 is located in the constellation Centaurus.