HIP 40608

HIP 40608 is a A-type (White) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,240 light-years, HIP 40608 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 40608 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 40608 has an apparent magnitude of +6.94, 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 +0.048.

物理特性

光谱类型 A Class A — A-type (White)
色指数 (B−V) 0.048

观测

视星等 +6.94
绝对星等 -0.96
距离 1,240 ly

位置

赤经 8h 17.47m
赤纬 -32° 52.20′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 40608?
HIP 40608 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 40608 from Earth?
HIP 40608 is approximately 1,240.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 40608 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.94, HIP 40608 is not visible to the naked eye.