HIP 40
HIP 40 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.
HIP 40 is an extraordinarily remote star, situated approximately 326,156 light-years from Earth.
HIP 40 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +10.61, HIP 40 is a faint star that requires a telescope to observe. It is invisible to the naked eye and too dim for most binoculars. Observers will note its white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.570.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | B Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Color Index (B−V) | 0.570 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +10.61 |
| Absolute Magnitude | -9.39 |
| Distance | 326,156 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 0h 0.49m |
| Declination | 67° 13.01′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HIP 40?
HIP 40 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 40 from Earth?
HIP 40 is approximately 326,156.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 40 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 10.61, HIP 40 is not visible to the naked eye.