HIP 40181

HIP 40181 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.

At a distance of roughly 2,001 light-years, HIP 40181 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 40181 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 40181 has an apparent magnitude of +6.54, 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 blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.095.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Farbindex (B−V) -0,095

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +6.54
Absolute Helligkeit -2,40
Entfernung 2,001 ly

Position

Rektaszension 8h 12,46m
Deklination -36° 59,35′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 40181?
HIP 40181 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 40181 from Earth?
HIP 40181 is approximately 2,001.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 40181 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.54, HIP 40181 is not visible to the naked eye.