HIP 117556

HIP 117556 is a M-type (Red) star located in the constellation Aquarius.

Located approximately 982.4 light-years from Earth, HIP 117556 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 117556 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 117556 has an apparent magnitude of +8.16, 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.491.

Физические свойства

Спектральный класс Class M — M-type (Red)
Показатель цвета (B−V) 1,491

Наблюдение

Видимая звёздная величина +8.16
Абсолютная звёздная величина 0,77
Расстояние 982 ly
Созвездие Aquarius

Положение

Прямое восхождение 23h 50,43m
Склонение -22° 14,58′

Часто задаваемые вопросы

What type of star is HIP 117556?
HIP 117556 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 117556 from Earth?
HIP 117556 is approximately 982.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 117556 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.16, HIP 117556 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 117556 in?
HIP 117556 is located in the constellation Aquarius.