HIP 48498

HIP 48498 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Leo.

At a distance of roughly 2,912 light-years, HIP 48498 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 48498 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 48498 has an apparent magnitude of +9.64, 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 +1.347.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,347

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +9.64
Absolute Helligkeit -0,11
Entfernung 2,912 ly
Sternbild Leo

Position

Rektaszension 9h 53,43m
Deklination 8° 41,65′

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What type of star is HIP 48498?
HIP 48498 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 48498 from Earth?
HIP 48498 is approximately 2,912.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 48498 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.64, HIP 48498 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 48498 in?
HIP 48498 is located in the constellation Leo.