HIP 40074
HIP 40074 is a M-type (Red) star.
At a distance of roughly 1,538 light-years, HIP 40074 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 40074 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 40074 has an apparent magnitude of +8.89, 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.628.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,628 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +8.89 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 0,52 |
| Entfernung | 1,538 ly |
Position
| Rektaszension | 8h 11,18m |
| Deklination | -26° 53,05′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HIP 40074?
HIP 40074 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 40074 from Earth?
HIP 40074 is approximately 1,538.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 40074 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.89, HIP 40074 is not visible to the naked eye.