HIP 40172
HIP 40172 is a M-type (Red) star.
At a distance of roughly 2,363 light-years, HIP 40172 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 40172 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HIP 40172 has an apparent magnitude of +8.03, 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.649.
Fiziksel Özellikler
| Spektral Sınıf | Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Renk İndeksi (B−V) | 1,649 |
Gözlem
| Görünür Parlaklık | +8.03 |
| Mutlak Parlaklık | -1,27 |
| Mesafe | 2,363 ly |
Konum
| Sağ Açıklık | 8h 12,26m |
| Dik Açı | -60° 2,36′ |
Sıkça Sorulan Sorular
What type of star is HIP 40172?
HIP 40172 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 40172 from Earth?
HIP 40172 is approximately 2,363.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 40172 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.03, HIP 40172 is not visible to the naked eye.