HIP 30840
HIP 30840 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Canis Major.
Located approximately 862.9 light-years from Earth, HIP 30840 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 30840 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.74, HIP 30840 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 -0.160.
Propriétés physiques
| Classe Spectrale | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Indice de couleur (B−V) | -0,160 |
Observation
| Magnitude Apparente | +5.74 |
| Magnitude Absolue | -1,37 |
| Distance | 863 ly |
| Constellation | Canis Major |
Position
| Ascension droite | 6h 28,65m |
| Déclinaison | -32° 22,28′ |
Questions fréquentes
What type of star is HIP 30840?
HIP 30840 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 30840 from Earth?
HIP 30840 is approximately 862.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 30840 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.74, HIP 30840 is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 30840 in?
HIP 30840 is located in the constellation Canis Major.