83 Leo

83 Leo

83 Leo is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Leo. It carries the designation 83 Leo.

Located approximately 57.9 light-years from Earth, 83 Leo resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

83 Leo has an apparent magnitude of +6.49, 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-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.778.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class K — K-type (Orange)
Color Index (B−V) 0.778

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +6.49
Absolute Magnitude 5.24
Distance 57.9 ly
Constellation Leo

Position

Right Ascension 11h 26.76m
Declination 3° 0.79′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 83 Leo?
83 Leo is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 83 Leo from Earth?
83 Leo is approximately 57.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 83 Leo with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.49, 83 Leo is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 83 Leo in?
83 Leo is located in the constellation Leo.