HIP 42540
HIP 42540 is a A-type (White) star.
Located approximately 279.2 light-years from Earth, HIP 42540 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 42540 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.20, HIP 42540 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 -0.027.
भौतिक गुण
| वर्णक्रम वर्ग | A Class A — A-type (White) |
| रंग सूचकांक (B−V) | -0.027 |
प्रेक्षण
| आभासी परिमाण | +5.20 |
| निरपेक्ष परिमाण | 0.54 |
| दूरी | 279 ly |
स्थिति
| दक्षिणांश | 8h 40.32m |
| दिगंश | -40° 15.83′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HIP 42540?
HIP 42540 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 42540 from Earth?
HIP 42540 is approximately 279.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 42540 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.20, HIP 42540 is visible to the naked eye.