HIP 40609

HIP 40609 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Ursa Major.

At a distance of roughly 1,231 light-years, HIP 40609 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 40609 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 40609 has an apparent magnitude of +9.26, 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 +1.252.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,252

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +9.26
Magnitude Absolue 1,38
Distance 1,231 ly
Constellation Ursa Major

Position

Ascension droite 8h 17,48m
Déclinaison 60° 33,11′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 40609?
HIP 40609 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 40609 from Earth?
HIP 40609 is approximately 1,230.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 40609 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.26, HIP 40609 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 40609 in?
HIP 40609 is located in the constellation Ursa Major.