HIP 55232

HIP 55232 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Leo.

Located approximately 893.6 light-years from Earth, HIP 55232 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 55232 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 55232 has an apparent magnitude of +8.88, 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 +1.310.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,310

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.88
Magnitude Absolue 1,69
Distance 894 ly
Constellation Leo

Position

Ascension droite 11h 18,64m
Déclinaison 5° 7,33′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 55232?
HIP 55232 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 55232 from Earth?
HIP 55232 is approximately 893.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55232 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.88, HIP 55232 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 55232 in?
HIP 55232 is located in the constellation Leo.