HIP 60855
HIP 60855 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
Located approximately 436.6 light-years from Earth, HIP 60855 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 60855 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.45, HIP 60855 sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.073.
Propriétés physiques
| Classe Spectrale | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Indice de couleur (B−V) | -0,073 |
Observation
| Magnitude Apparente | +5.45 |
| Magnitude Absolue | -0,18 |
| Distance | 437 ly |
| Constellation | Centaurus |
Position
| Ascension droite | 12h 28,37m |
| Déclinaison | -39° 2,47′ |
Questions fréquentes
What type of star is HIP 60855?
HIP 60855 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 60855 from Earth?
HIP 60855 is approximately 436.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 60855 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.45, HIP 60855 is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 60855 in?
HIP 60855 is located in the constellation Centaurus.