42 Leo

42 Leo

42 Leo is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Leo. It carries the designation 42 Leo.

Located approximately 465.3 light-years from Earth, 42 Leo resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

42 Leo is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

42 Leo has an apparent magnitude of +6.16, 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 blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.018.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral A Class A — A-type (White)
Índice de cor (B−V) 0,018

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +6.16
Magnitude Absoluta 0,39
Distância 465 ly
Constelação Leo

Posição

Ascensão reta 10h 21,84m
Declinação 14° 58,55′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 42 Leo?
42 Leo is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 42 Leo from Earth?
42 Leo is approximately 465.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 42 Leo with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.16, 42 Leo is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 42 Leo in?
42 Leo is located in the constellation Leo.