HIP 55171
HIP 55171 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Leo.
Located approximately 546.3 light-years from Earth, HIP 55171 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 55171 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 55171 has an apparent magnitude of +7.80, 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 +1.021.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,021 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +7.80 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 1,68 |
| Entfernung | 546 ly |
| Sternbild | Leo |
Position
| Rektaszension | 11h 17,76m |
| Deklination | 25° 3,08′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 55171?
HIP 55171 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 55171 from Earth?
HIP 55171 is approximately 546.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55171 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.80, HIP 55171 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 55171 in?
HIP 55171 is located in the constellation Leo.