HIP 53240

HIP 53240 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Leo.

Located approximately 258.6 light-years from Earth, HIP 53240 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 53240 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 53240 has an apparent magnitude of +6.12, 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 yellow hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.913.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,913

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +6.12
Magnitude Absolue 1,62
Distance 259 ly
Constellation Leo

Position

Ascension droite 10h 53,42m
Déclinaison -2° 15,31′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 53240?
HIP 53240 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 53240 from Earth?
HIP 53240 is approximately 258.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 53240 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.12, HIP 53240 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 53240 in?
HIP 53240 is located in the constellation Leo.