HIP 46255

HIP 46255 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Leo.

Located approximately 748.1 light-years from Earth, HIP 46255 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 46255 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 46255 has an apparent magnitude of +8.52, 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 +1.300.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,300

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.52
Magnitude Absolue 1,72
Distance 748 ly
Constellation Leo

Position

Ascension droite 9h 25,80m
Déclinaison 26° 12,28′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 46255?
HIP 46255 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 46255 from Earth?
HIP 46255 is approximately 748.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 46255 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.52, HIP 46255 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 46255 in?
HIP 46255 is located in the constellation Leo.