HIP 42040

HIP 42040 is a K-type (Orange) star.

Located approximately 487.5 light-years from Earth, HIP 42040 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 42040 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 42040 has an apparent magnitude of +7.01, 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 +1.212.

คุณสมบัติทางกายภาพ

ประเภทสเปกตรัม K Class K — K-type (Orange)
ดัชนีสี (B−V) 1.212

การสังเกต

โชติมาตรปรากฏ +7.01
โชติมาตรสัมบูรณ์ 1.14
ระยะทาง 488 ly

ตำแหน่ง

ไรต์แอสเซนชัน 8h 34.18m
เดคลิเนชัน -39° 43.75′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 42040?
HIP 42040 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 42040 from Earth?
HIP 42040 is approximately 487.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 42040 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.01, HIP 42040 is not visible to the naked eye.