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.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de cor (B−V) 1,191

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +8.92
Magnitude Absoluta -0,93
Distância 3,048 ly
Constelação Leo

Posição

Ascensão reta 11h 20,96m
Declinação 11° 13,15′

Perguntas frequentes

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.