HIP 55187

HIP 55187 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Leo.

At a distance of roughly 1,231 light-years, HIP 55187 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 55187 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 55187 has an apparent magnitude of +9.21, 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 +1.161.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,161

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +9.21
Magnitude Absolue 1,33
Distance 1,231 ly
Constellation Leo

Position

Ascension droite 11h 17,96m
Déclinaison 21° 28,12′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 55187?
HIP 55187 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 55187 from Earth?
HIP 55187 is approximately 1,230.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55187 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.21, HIP 55187 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 55187 in?
HIP 55187 is located in the constellation Leo.