HIP 55196
HIP 55196 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
At a distance of roughly 1,157 light-years, HIP 55196 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 55196 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 55196 has an apparent magnitude of +9.46, 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 blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.018.
Propriedades físicas
| Classe Espectral | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Índice de cor (B−V) | -0,018 |
Observação
| Magnitude Aparente | +9.46 |
| Magnitude Absoluta | 1,71 |
| Distância | 1,157 ly |
| Constelação | Centaurus |
Posição
| Ascensão reta | 11h 18,08m |
| Declinação | -50° 38,43′ |
Perguntas frequentes
What type of star is HIP 55196?
HIP 55196 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 55196 from Earth?
HIP 55196 is approximately 1,156.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55196 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.46, HIP 55196 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 55196 in?
HIP 55196 is located in the constellation Centaurus.