HIP 40717
HIP 40717 is a star cataloged in modern stellar databases.
HIP 40717 is an extraordinarily remote star, situated approximately 326,156 light-years from Earth.
At an apparent magnitude of +11.85, HIP 40717 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 blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.134.
Physical Properties
| Color Index (B−V) | 0.134 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +11.85 |
| Absolute Magnitude | -8.15 |
| Distance | 326,156 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 8h 18.70m |
| Declination | -30° 38.38′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is HIP 40717 from Earth?
HIP 40717 is approximately 326,156.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 40717 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 11.85, HIP 40717 is not visible to the naked eye.