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.

Propiedades físicas

Clase Espectral Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de color (B−V) 1,021

Observación

Magnitud Aparente +7.80
Magnitud Absoluta 1,68
Distancia 546 ly
Constelación Leo

Posición

Ascensión recta 11h 17,76m
Declinación 25° 3,08′

Preguntas frecuentes

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.