HIP 48462

HIP 48462 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Leo.

Located approximately 893.6 light-years from Earth, HIP 48462 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 48462 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 48462 has an apparent magnitude of +8.00, 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 +1.147.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,147

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.00
Magnitude Absolue 0,81
Distance 894 ly
Constellation Leo

Position

Ascension droite 9h 52,86m
Déclinaison 22° 37,21′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 48462?
HIP 48462 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 48462 from Earth?
HIP 48462 is approximately 893.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 48462 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.00, HIP 48462 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 48462 in?
HIP 48462 is located in the constellation Leo.