HIP 53880
HIP 53880 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.
At a distance of roughly 1,007 light-years, HIP 53880 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 53880 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +10.61, HIP 53880 is a faint star that requires a telescope to observe. It is invisible to the naked eye and too dim for most binoculars. Observers will note its blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.120.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | B Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Color Index (B−V) | 0.120 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +10.61 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 3.16 |
| Distance | 1,007 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 11h 1.41m |
| Declination | -61° 23.18′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HIP 53880?
HIP 53880 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 53880 from Earth?
HIP 53880 is approximately 1,006.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 53880 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 10.61, HIP 53880 is not visible to the naked eye.