HIP 40685

HIP 40685 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Ursa Major.

At a distance of roughly 1,853 light-years, HIP 40685 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 40685 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 40685 has an apparent magnitude of +8.55, 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.102.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,102

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +8.55
Absolute Helligkeit -0,22
Entfernung 1,853 ly
Sternbild Ursa Major

Position

Rektaszension 8h 18,36m
Deklination 65° 38,62′

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What type of star is HIP 40685?
HIP 40685 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 40685 from Earth?
HIP 40685 is approximately 1,853.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 40685 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.55, HIP 40685 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 40685 in?
HIP 40685 is located in the constellation Ursa Major.