8 Leo
8 Leo
8 Leo is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Leo. It carries the designation 8 Leo.
At a distance of roughly 1,161 light-years, 8 Leo is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
8 Leo is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.73, 8 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 +1.223.
Propriétés physiques
| Classe Spectrale | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Indice de couleur (B−V) | 1,223 |
Observation
| Magnitude Apparente | +5.73 |
| Magnitude Absolue | -2,03 |
| Distance | 1,161 ly |
| Constellation | Leo |
Position
| Ascension droite | 9h 37,04m |
| Déclinaison | 16° 26,28′ |
Questions fréquentes
What type of star is 8 Leo?
8 Leo is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 8 Leo from Earth?
8 Leo is approximately 1,160.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 8 Leo with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.73, 8 Leo is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 8 Leo in?
8 Leo is located in the constellation Leo.