HIP 55421

HIP 55421 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Leo.

At a distance of roughly 3,048 light-years, HIP 55421 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 55421 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 55421 has an apparent magnitude of +8.92, 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 +1.191.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,191

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.92
Magnitude Absolue -0,93
Distance 3,048 ly
Constellation Leo

Position

Ascension droite 11h 20,96m
Déclinaison 11° 13,15′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 55421?
HIP 55421 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 55421 from Earth?
HIP 55421 is approximately 3,048.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55421 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.92, HIP 55421 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 55421 in?
HIP 55421 is located in the constellation Leo.