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.

Đặc tính vật lý

Phân Loại Quang Phổ Class M — M-type (Red)
Chỉ số màu (B−V) 1,649

Quan sát

Cấp Sao Biểu Kiến +8.03
Cấp Sao Tuyệt Đối -1,27
Khoảng Cách 2,363 ly

Vị trí

Xích kinh 8h 12,26m
Xích vĩ -60° 2,36′

Câu hỏi thường gặp

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.