HIP 55940
HIP 55940 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
At a distance of roughly 1,259 light-years, HIP 55940 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 55940 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 55940 has an apparent magnitude of +8.36, 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.140.
Đặc tính vật lý
| Phân Loại Quang Phổ | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Chỉ số màu (B−V) | 1,140 |
Quan sát
| Cấp Sao Biểu Kiến | +8.36 |
| Cấp Sao Tuyệt Đối | 0,43 |
| Khoảng Cách | 1,259 ly |
| Chòm Sao | Centaurus |
Vị trí
| Xích kinh | 11h 27,89m |
| Xích vĩ | -37° 17,32′ |
Câu hỏi thường gặp
What type of star is HIP 55940?
HIP 55940 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 55940 from Earth?
HIP 55940 is approximately 1,259.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55940 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.36, HIP 55940 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 55940 in?
HIP 55940 is located in the constellation Centaurus.