HIP 46866

HIP 46866 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Leo.

At a distance of roughly 1,599 light-years, HIP 46866 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 46866 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 46866 has an apparent magnitude of +9.16, 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.447.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,447

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +9.16
Magnitude Absolue 0,71
Distance 1,599 ly
Constellation Leo

Position

Ascension droite 9h 32,99m
Déclinaison 16° 29,69′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 46866?
HIP 46866 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 46866 from Earth?
HIP 46866 is approximately 1,598.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 46866 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.16, HIP 46866 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 46866 in?
HIP 46866 is located in the constellation Leo.