HIP 40932

HIP 40932 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,773 light-years, HIP 40932 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 40932 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.96, HIP 40932 sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.092.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Farbindex (B−V) -0,092

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +5.96
Absolute Helligkeit -2,72
Entfernung 1,773 ly

Position

Rektaszension 8h 21,20m
Deklination -57° 58,39′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 40932?
HIP 40932 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 40932 from Earth?
HIP 40932 is approximately 1,772.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 40932 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.96, HIP 40932 is visible to the naked eye.