HIP 55638

HIP 55638 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Leo.

Located approximately 127.4 light-years from Earth, HIP 55638 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 55638 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 55638 has an apparent magnitude of +8.80, 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 yellow-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.785.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 0,785

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +8.80
Absolute Helligkeit 5,84
Entfernung 127 ly
Sternbild Leo

Position

Rektaszension 11h 23,86m
Deklination 3° 37,14′

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What type of star is HIP 55638?
HIP 55638 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 55638 from Earth?
HIP 55638 is approximately 127.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55638 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.80, HIP 55638 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 55638 in?
HIP 55638 is located in the constellation Leo.