3 Leo

3 Leo

3 Leo is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Leo. It carries the designation 3 Leo.

Located approximately 405.2 light-years from Earth, 3 Leo resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.72, 3 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 +1.045.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,045

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +5.72
Magnitude Absolue 0,25
Distance 405 ly
Constellation Leo

Position

Ascension droite 9h 28,49m
Déclinaison 8° 11,30′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is 3 Leo?
3 Leo is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 3 Leo from Earth?
3 Leo is approximately 405.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 3 Leo with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.72, 3 Leo is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 3 Leo in?
3 Leo is located in the constellation Leo.