HIP 59730

HIP 59730 is a F-type (Yellow-White) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

Located approximately 523.5 light-years from Earth, HIP 59730 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 59730 is classified as a spectral class F star (F-type (Yellow-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +10.14, HIP 59730 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 yellow-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.643.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class F — F-type (Yellow-White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.643

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +10.14
Absolute Magnitude 4.11
Distance 524 ly
Constellation Centaurus

Position

Right Ascension 12h 15.00m
Declination -50° 10.07′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 59730?
HIP 59730 is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is HIP 59730 from Earth?
HIP 59730 is approximately 523.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 59730 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 10.14, HIP 59730 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 59730 in?
HIP 59730 is located in the constellation Centaurus.