HIP 40509

HIP 40509 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,169 light-years, HIP 40509 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 40509 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 40509 has an apparent magnitude of +8.88, 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 blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.026.

Đặc tính vật lý

Phân Loại Quang Phổ B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Chỉ số màu (B−V) 0,026

Quan sát

Cấp Sao Biểu Kiến +8.88
Cấp Sao Tuyệt Đối 1,11
Khoảng Cách 1,169 ly

Vị trí

Xích kinh 8h 16,25m
Xích vĩ -64° 30,37′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 40509?
HIP 40509 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 40509 from Earth?
HIP 40509 is approximately 1,169.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 40509 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.88, HIP 40509 is not visible to the naked eye.