18 Leo
18 Leo
18 Leo is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Leo. It carries the designation 18 Leo.
Located approximately 512.0 light-years from Earth, 18 Leo resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
18 Leo is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.67, 18 Leo sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.489.
Propiedades físicas
| Clase Espectral | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Índice de color (B−V) | 1,489 |
Observación
| Magnitud Aparente | +5.67 |
| Magnitud Absoluta | -0,31 |
| Distancia | 512 ly |
| Constelación | Leo |
Posición
| Ascensión recta | 9h 46,39m |
| Declinación | 11° 48,60′ |
Preguntas frecuentes
What type of star is 18 Leo?
18 Leo is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 18 Leo from Earth?
18 Leo is approximately 512.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 18 Leo with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.67, 18 Leo is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 18 Leo in?
18 Leo is located in the constellation Leo.