HIP 55842

HIP 55842 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Leo.

At a distance of roughly 1,049 light-years, HIP 55842 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 55842 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 55842 has an apparent magnitude of +8.44, 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 yellow hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.973.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de cor (B−V) 0,973

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +8.44
Magnitude Absoluta 0,90
Distância 1,049 ly
Constelação Leo

Posição

Ascensão reta 11h 26,71m
Declinação 21° 37,10′

Perguntas frequentes

What type of star is HIP 55842?
HIP 55842 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 55842 from Earth?
HIP 55842 is approximately 1,048.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55842 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.44, HIP 55842 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 55842 in?
HIP 55842 is located in the constellation Leo.