HIP 46938

HIP 46938 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Leo.

Located approximately 504.1 light-years from Earth, HIP 46938 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 46938 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 46938 has an apparent magnitude of +6.26, 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.453.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,453

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +6.26
Absolute Helligkeit 0,32
Entfernung 504 ly
Sternbild Leo

Position

Rektaszension 9h 33,99m
Deklination 23° 27,24′

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What type of star is HIP 46938?
HIP 46938 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 46938 from Earth?
HIP 46938 is approximately 504.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 46938 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.26, HIP 46938 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 46938 in?
HIP 46938 is located in the constellation Leo.