HIP 40246

HIP 40246 is a A-type (White) star.

Located approximately 407.7 light-years from Earth, HIP 40246 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 40246 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 40246 has an apparent magnitude of +7.61, 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-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.166.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse A Class A — A-type (White)
Farbindex (B−V) 0,166

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +7.61
Absolute Helligkeit 2,12
Entfernung 408 ly

Position

Rektaszension 8h 13,22m
Deklination -23° 30,72′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 40246?
HIP 40246 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 40246 from Earth?
HIP 40246 is approximately 407.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 40246 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.61, HIP 40246 is not visible to the naked eye.