HIP 48973

HIP 48973 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Leo.

Located approximately 939.9 light-years from Earth, HIP 48973 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 48973 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 48973 has an apparent magnitude of +8.15, 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 +1.047.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,047

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.15
Magnitude Absolue 0,85
Distance 940 ly
Constellation Leo

Position

Ascension droite 9h 59,39m
Déclinaison 23° 17,36′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 48973?
HIP 48973 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 48973 from Earth?
HIP 48973 is approximately 939.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 48973 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.15, HIP 48973 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 48973 in?
HIP 48973 is located in the constellation Leo.