HIP 57059

HIP 57059 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

Located approximately 158.1 light-years from Earth, HIP 57059 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 57059 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 57059 has an apparent magnitude of +9.22, 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 yellow hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.865.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,865

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +9.22
Magnitude Absolue 5,79
Distance 158 ly
Constellation Centaurus

Position

Ascension droite 11h 41,82m
Déclinaison -40° 34,42′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 57059?
HIP 57059 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 57059 from Earth?
HIP 57059 is approximately 158.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 57059 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.22, HIP 57059 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 57059 in?
HIP 57059 is located in the constellation Centaurus.