HIP 9956

HIP 9956 is a G-type (Yellow) star located in the constellation Cassiopeia.

Located approximately 797.5 light-years from Earth, HIP 9956 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 9956 is classified as a spectral class G star (G-type (Yellow)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 9956 has an apparent magnitude of +8.30, 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 +1.390.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class G — G-type (Yellow)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,390

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.30
Magnitude Absolue 1,36
Distance 797 ly
Constellation Cassiopeia

Position

Ascension droite 2h 8,18m
Déclinaison 69° 52,87′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 9956?
HIP 9956 is a Class G — G-type (Yellow) star.
How far is HIP 9956 from Earth?
HIP 9956 is approximately 797.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 9956 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.30, HIP 9956 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 9956 in?
HIP 9956 is located in the constellation Cassiopeia.