HIP 55831
HIP 55831 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
At a distance of roughly 1,365 light-years, HIP 55831 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 55831 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.22, HIP 55831 sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.077.
Propriedades físicas
| Classe Espectral | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Índice de cor (B−V) | -0,077 |
Observação
| Magnitude Aparente | +5.22 |
| Magnitude Absoluta | -2,89 |
| Distância | 1,365 ly |
| Constelação | Centaurus |
Posição
| Ascensão reta | 11h 26,59m |
| Declinação | -61° 6,91′ |
Perguntas frequentes
What type of star is HIP 55831?
HIP 55831 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 55831 from Earth?
HIP 55831 is approximately 1,364.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55831 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.22, HIP 55831 is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 55831 in?
HIP 55831 is located in the constellation Centaurus.