HIP 59461
HIP 59461 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
At a distance of roughly 1,087 light-years, HIP 59461 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 59461 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 59461 has an apparent magnitude of +7.67, 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 hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.026.
Propriétés physiques
| Classe Spectrale | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Indice de couleur (B−V) | -0,026 |
Observation
| Magnitude Apparente | +7.67 |
| Magnitude Absolue | 0,06 |
| Distance | 1,087 ly |
| Constellation | Centaurus |
Position
| Ascension droite | 12h 11,79m |
| Déclinaison | -50° 57,42′ |
Questions fréquentes
What type of star is HIP 59461?
HIP 59461 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 59461 from Earth?
HIP 59461 is approximately 1,087.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 59461 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.67, HIP 59461 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 59461 in?
HIP 59461 is located in the constellation Centaurus.