18 Leo

18 Leo

18 Leo is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Leo. It carries the designation 18 Leo.

Located approximately 512.0 light-years from Earth, 18 Leo resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.67, 18 Leo sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.489.

물리적 특성

분광형 Class K — K-type (Orange)
색지수 (B−V) 1.489

관측

겉보기 등급 +5.67
절대 등급 -0.31
거리 512 ly
별자리 Leo

위치

적경 9h 46.39m
적위 11° 48.60′

자주 묻는 질문

What type of star is 18 Leo?
18 Leo is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 18 Leo from Earth?
18 Leo is approximately 512.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 18 Leo with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.67, 18 Leo is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 18 Leo in?
18 Leo is located in the constellation Leo.