85 Leo

85 Leo

85 Leo is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Leo. It carries the designation 85 Leo.

Located approximately 437.8 light-years from Earth, 85 Leo resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.74, 85 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.371.

Propiedades físicas

Clase Espectral Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de color (B−V) 1,371

Observación

Magnitud Aparente +5.74
Magnitud Absoluta 0,10
Distancia 438 ly
Constelación Leo

Posición

Ascensión recta 11h 29,70m
Declinación 15° 24,80′

Preguntas frecuentes

What type of star is 85 Leo?
85 Leo is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 85 Leo from Earth?
85 Leo is approximately 437.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 85 Leo with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.74, 85 Leo is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 85 Leo in?
85 Leo is located in the constellation Leo.