HIP 55940
HIP 55940 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
At a distance of roughly 1,259 light-years, HIP 55940 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 55940 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 55940 has an apparent magnitude of +8.36, 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 +1.140.
物理的特性
| スペクトル型 | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| 色指数 (B−V) | 1.140 |
観測
| 見かけの等級 | +8.36 |
| 絶対等級 | 0.43 |
| 距離 | 1,259 ly |
| 星座 | Centaurus |
位置
| 赤経 | 11h 27.89m |
| 赤緯 | -37° 17.32′ |
よくある質問
What type of star is HIP 55940?
HIP 55940 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 55940 from Earth?
HIP 55940 is approximately 1,259.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55940 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.36, HIP 55940 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 55940 in?
HIP 55940 is located in the constellation Centaurus.