HIP 72955

HIP 72955 is a F-type (Yellow-White) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,121 light-years, HIP 72955 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 72955 is classified as a spectral class F star (F-type (Yellow-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +10.17, HIP 72955 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 white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.560.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class F Class F — F-type (Yellow-White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.560

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +10.17
Absolute Magnitude 2.49
Distance 1,121 ly

Position

Right Ascension 14h 54.61m
Declination 16° 0.59′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 72955?
HIP 72955 is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is HIP 72955 from Earth?
HIP 72955 is approximately 1,120.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 72955 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 10.17, HIP 72955 is not visible to the naked eye.