HIP 40856

HIP 40856 is a K-type (Orange) star.

Located approximately 493.4 light-years from Earth, HIP 40856 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 40856 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 40856 has an apparent magnitude of +7.63, 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 yellow hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.983.

คุณสมบัติทางกายภาพ

ประเภทสเปกตรัม K Class K — K-type (Orange)
ดัชนีสี (B−V) 0.983

การสังเกต

โชติมาตรปรากฏ +7.63
โชติมาตรสัมบูรณ์ 1.73
ระยะทาง 493 ly

ตำแหน่ง

ไรต์แอสเซนชัน 8h 20.21m
เดคลิเนชัน -42° 3.53′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 40856?
HIP 40856 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 40856 from Earth?
HIP 40856 is approximately 493.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 40856 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.63, HIP 40856 is not visible to the naked eye.