HIP 55928

HIP 55928 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

At a distance of roughly 1,812 light-years, HIP 55928 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 55928 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 55928 has an apparent magnitude of +6.86, 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 +1.551.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,551

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +6.86
Magnitude Absolue -1,86
Distance 1,812 ly
Constellation Centaurus

Position

Ascension droite 11h 27,72m
Déclinaison -60° 29,75′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 55928?
HIP 55928 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 55928 from Earth?
HIP 55928 is approximately 1,812.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55928 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.86, HIP 55928 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 55928 in?
HIP 55928 is located in the constellation Centaurus.