HIP 40638

HIP 40638 is a K-type (Orange) star.

Located approximately 937.2 light-years from Earth, HIP 40638 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 40638 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 40638 has an apparent magnitude of +8.66, 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 +1.361.

คุณสมบัติทางกายภาพ

ประเภทสเปกตรัม K Class K — K-type (Orange)
ดัชนีสี (B−V) 1.361

การสังเกต

โชติมาตรปรากฏ +8.66
โชติมาตรสัมบูรณ์ 1.37
ระยะทาง 937 ly

ตำแหน่ง

ไรต์แอสเซนชัน 8h 17.75m
เดคลิเนชัน -61° 28.00′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 40638?
HIP 40638 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 40638 from Earth?
HIP 40638 is approximately 937.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 40638 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.66, HIP 40638 is not visible to the naked eye.