HIP 59987

HIP 59987 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

At a distance of roughly 1,561 light-years, HIP 59987 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 59987 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 59987 has an apparent magnitude of +6.84, 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 -0.062.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Índice de cor (B−V) -0,062

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +6.84
Magnitude Absoluta -1,56
Distância 1,561 ly
Constelação Centaurus

Posição

Ascensão reta 12h 18,18m
Declinação -52° 18,38′

Perguntas frequentes

What type of star is HIP 59987?
HIP 59987 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 59987 from Earth?
HIP 59987 is approximately 1,560.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 59987 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.84, HIP 59987 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 59987 in?
HIP 59987 is located in the constellation Centaurus.