HIP 40740

HIP 40740 is a B-type (Blue-White) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,182 light-years, HIP 40740 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 40740 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 40740 has an apparent magnitude of +7.08, 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 hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.059.

Đặc tính vật lý

Phân Loại Quang Phổ B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Chỉ số màu (B−V) -0,059

Quan sát

Cấp Sao Biểu Kiến +7.08
Cấp Sao Tuyệt Đối -0,72
Khoảng Cách 1,182 ly

Vị trí

Xích kinh 8h 18,96m
Xích vĩ -39° 4,74′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 40740?
HIP 40740 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 40740 from Earth?
HIP 40740 is approximately 1,181.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 40740 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.08, HIP 40740 is not visible to the naked eye.