HIP 55966

HIP 55966 is a F-type (Yellow-White) star located in the constellation Leo.

Located approximately 340.8 light-years from Earth, HIP 55966 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 55966 is classified as a spectral class F star (F-type (Yellow-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 55966 has an apparent magnitude of +8.66, 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 white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.460.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class F — F-type (Yellow-White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,460

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.66
Magnitude Absolue 3,56
Distance 341 ly
Constellation Leo

Position

Ascension droite 11h 28,12m
Déclinaison 23° 11,51′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 55966?
HIP 55966 is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is HIP 55966 from Earth?
HIP 55966 is approximately 340.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55966 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.66, HIP 55966 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 55966 in?
HIP 55966 is located in the constellation Leo.