HIP 59944

HIP 59944 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

At a distance of roughly 1,173 light-years, HIP 59944 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 59944 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 59944 has an apparent magnitude of +7.96, 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 +1.370.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de cor (B−V) 1,370

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +7.96
Magnitude Absoluta 0,18
Distância 1,173 ly
Constelação Centaurus

Posição

Ascensão reta 12h 17,77m
Declinação -36° 20,04′

Perguntas frequentes

What type of star is HIP 59944?
HIP 59944 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 59944 from Earth?
HIP 59944 is approximately 1,173.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 59944 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.96, HIP 59944 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 59944 in?
HIP 59944 is located in the constellation Centaurus.