HIP 59255

HIP 59255 is a F-type (Yellow-White) star located in the constellation Virgo.

Located approximately 340.5 light-years from Earth, HIP 59255 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 59255 is classified as a spectral class F star (F-type (Yellow-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 59255 has an apparent magnitude of +8.51, 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 +0.443.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class F — F-type (Yellow-White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,443

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.51
Magnitude Absolue 3,42
Distance 340 ly
Constellation Virgo

Position

Ascension droite 12h 9,28m
Déclinaison 11° 17,50′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 59255?
HIP 59255 is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is HIP 59255 from Earth?
HIP 59255 is approximately 340.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 59255 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.51, HIP 59255 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 59255 in?
HIP 59255 is located in the constellation Virgo.