HIP 66172
HIP 66172 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
At a distance of roughly 1,919 light-years, HIP 66172 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 66172 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 66172 has an apparent magnitude of +9.10, 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 blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.097.
Fiziksel Özellikler
| Spektral Sınıf | B Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Renk İndeksi (B−V) | 0,097 |
Gözlem
| Görünür Parlaklık | +9.10 |
| Mutlak Parlaklık | 0,25 |
| Mesafe | 1,919 ly |
| Takımyıldız | Centaurus |
Konum
| Sağ Açıklık | 13h 33,82m |
| Dik Açı | -61° 37,45′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HIP 66172?
HIP 66172 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 66172 from Earth?
HIP 66172 is approximately 1,918.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 66172 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.10, HIP 66172 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 66172 in?
HIP 66172 is located in the constellation Centaurus.