HIP 6557

HIP 6557 is a G-type (Yellow) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,217 light-years, HIP 6557 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 6557 is classified as a spectral class G star (G-type (Yellow)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 6557 has an apparent magnitude of +9.08, 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.160.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class G — G-type (Yellow)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,160

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +9.08
Magnitude Absolue 1,22
Distance 1,217 ly

Position

Ascension droite 1h 24,27m
Déclinaison -62° 26,81′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 6557?
HIP 6557 is a Class G — G-type (Yellow) star.
How far is HIP 6557 from Earth?
HIP 6557 is approximately 1,217.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 6557 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.08, HIP 6557 is not visible to the naked eye.