HIP 55580

HIP 55580 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

Located approximately 840.6 light-years from Earth, HIP 55580 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 55580 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 55580 has an apparent magnitude of +8.56, 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 +1.061.

Физические свойства

Спектральный класс Class K — K-type (Orange)
Показатель цвета (B−V) 1,061

Наблюдение

Видимая звёздная величина +8.56
Абсолютная звёздная величина 1,50
Расстояние 841 ly
Созвездие Centaurus

Положение

Прямое восхождение 11h 23,14m
Склонение -44° 22,94′

Часто задаваемые вопросы

What type of star is HIP 55580?
HIP 55580 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 55580 from Earth?
HIP 55580 is approximately 840.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55580 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.56, HIP 55580 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 55580 in?
HIP 55580 is located in the constellation Centaurus.