HIP 55961

HIP 55961 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Leo.

At a distance of roughly 1,359 light-years, HIP 55961 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 55961 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 55961 has an apparent magnitude of +8.18, 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 +1.013.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de cor (B−V) 1,013

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +8.18
Magnitude Absoluta 0,08
Distância 1,359 ly
Constelação Leo

Posição

Ascensão reta 11h 28,06m
Declinação -2° 28,32′

Perguntas frequentes

What type of star is HIP 55961?
HIP 55961 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 55961 from Earth?
HIP 55961 is approximately 1,359.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55961 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.18, HIP 55961 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 55961 in?
HIP 55961 is located in the constellation Leo.