HIP 40534

HIP 40534 is a M-type (Red) star.

At a distance of roughly 2,064 light-years, HIP 40534 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 40534 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 40534 has an apparent magnitude of +7.04, 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 +1.036.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class M Class M — M-type (Red)
Color Index (B−V) 1.036

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +7.04
Absolute Magnitude -1.97
Distance 2,064 ly

Position

Right Ascension 8h 16.56m
Declination 11° 43.57′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 40534?
HIP 40534 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 40534 from Earth?
HIP 40534 is approximately 2,064.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 40534 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.04, HIP 40534 is not visible to the naked eye.