HIP 40459
HIP 40459 is a M-type (Red) star.
Located approximately 99.9 light-years from Earth, HIP 40459 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 40459 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +10.10, HIP 40459 is a faint star that requires a telescope to observe. It is invisible to the naked eye and too dim for most binoculars. Observers will note its orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.251.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | M Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,251 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +10.10 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 7,67 |
| Entfernung | 99.9 ly |
Position
| Rektaszension | 8h 15,67m |
| Deklination | -26° 0,59′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HIP 40459?
HIP 40459 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 40459 from Earth?
HIP 40459 is approximately 99.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 40459 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 10.10, HIP 40459 is not visible to the naked eye.