HIP 5566
HIP 5566 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Cassiopeia.
Located approximately 404.7 light-years from Earth, HIP 5566 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 5566 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.56, HIP 5566 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 -0.052.
Propriétés physiques
| Classe Spectrale | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Indice de couleur (B−V) | -0,052 |
Observation
| Magnitude Apparente | +5.56 |
| Magnitude Absolue | 0,09 |
| Distance | 405 ly |
| Constellation | Cassiopeia |
Position
| Ascension droite | 1h 11,43m |
| Déclinaison | 64° 12,16′ |
Questions fréquentes
What type of star is HIP 5566?
HIP 5566 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 5566 from Earth?
HIP 5566 is approximately 404.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 5566 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.56, HIP 5566 is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 5566 in?
HIP 5566 is located in the constellation Cassiopeia.