HIP 55568

HIP 55568 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Leo.

At a distance of roughly 2,118 light-years, HIP 55568 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 55568 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 55568 has an apparent magnitude of +8.28, 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 +1.250.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,250

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.28
Magnitude Absolue -0,78
Distance 2,118 ly
Constellation Leo

Position

Ascension droite 11h 22,91m
Déclinaison 14° 19,38′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 55568?
HIP 55568 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 55568 from Earth?
HIP 55568 is approximately 2,117.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55568 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.28, HIP 55568 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 55568 in?
HIP 55568 is located in the constellation Leo.