HIP 55947
HIP 55947 is a F-type (Yellow-White) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
HIP 55947 is an extraordinarily remote star, situated approximately 326,156 light-years from Earth.
HIP 55947 is classified as a spectral class F star (F-type (Yellow-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +11.95, HIP 55947 is a faint star that requires a telescope to observe. It is invisible to the naked eye and too dim for most binoculars.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +11.95 |
| Absolute Magnitude | -8.05 |
| Distance | 326,156 ly |
| Constellation | Centaurus |
Position
| Right Ascension | 11h 27.94m |
| Declination | -36° 58.76′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HIP 55947?
HIP 55947 is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is HIP 55947 from Earth?
HIP 55947 is approximately 326,156.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55947 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 11.95, HIP 55947 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 55947 in?
HIP 55947 is located in the constellation Centaurus.