HIP 40784

HIP 40784 is a M-type (Red) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,631 light-years, HIP 40784 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 40784 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 40784 has an apparent magnitude of +8.40, 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.656.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class M — M-type (Red)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,656

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.40
Magnitude Absolue -0,10
Distance 1,631 ly

Position

Ascension droite 8h 19,43m
Déclinaison -68° 20,22′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 40784?
HIP 40784 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 40784 from Earth?
HIP 40784 is approximately 1,630.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 40784 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.40, HIP 40784 is not visible to the naked eye.