HIP 8240
HIP 8240 is a M-type (Red) star.
Located approximately 634.5 light-years from Earth, HIP 8240 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 8240 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.49, HIP 8240 sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.615.
物理特性
| 光谱类型 | Class M — M-type (Red) |
| 色指数 (B−V) | 1.615 |
观测
| 视星等 | +5.49 |
| 绝对星等 | -0.96 |
| 距离 | 635 ly |
位置
| 赤经 | 1h 46.10m |
| 赤纬 | -50° 48.98′ |
常见问题
What type of star is HIP 8240?
HIP 8240 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 8240 from Earth?
HIP 8240 is approximately 634.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 8240 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.49, HIP 8240 is visible to the naked eye.