HIP 55949
HIP 55949 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
At a distance of roughly 1,331 light-years, HIP 55949 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 55949 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 55949 has an apparent magnitude of +8.59, 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 blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.161.
Propriétés physiques
| Classe Spectrale | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Indice de couleur (B−V) | 0,161 |
Observation
| Magnitude Apparente | +8.59 |
| Magnitude Absolue | 0,54 |
| Distance | 1,331 ly |
| Constellation | Centaurus |
Position
| Ascension droite | 11h 27,95m |
| Déclinaison | -62° 48,31′ |
Questions fréquentes
What type of star is HIP 55949?
HIP 55949 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 55949 from Earth?
HIP 55949 is approximately 1,331.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55949 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.59, HIP 55949 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 55949 in?
HIP 55949 is located in the constellation Centaurus.