HIP 61659

HIP 61659 is a F-type (Yellow-White) star located in the constellation Crux.

Located approximately 500.2 light-years from Earth, HIP 61659 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 61659 is classified as a spectral class F star (F-type (Yellow-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 61659 has an apparent magnitude of +8.10, 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 +0.500.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class F — F-type (Yellow-White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,500

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.10
Magnitude Absolue 2,17
Distance 500 ly
Constellation Crux

Position

Ascension droite 12h 38,40m
Déclinaison -57° 59,28′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 61659?
HIP 61659 is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is HIP 61659 from Earth?
HIP 61659 is approximately 500.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 61659 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.10, HIP 61659 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 61659 in?
HIP 61659 is located in the constellation Crux.