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2 Cet
B9IVn2 Cet · Cetus
2 Cet is a B9IVn-type star located in the constellation of Cetus. Sitting at a distance of approximately 272 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 4.55, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 301.
Common Name2 Cet
Bayer Designation2 Cet
HIP Catalog IDHIP 301
ConstellationCetus
Right Ascension0h 3m 44.4s
Declination-17° 20' 10"
Distance272 ly
Apparent Magnitude+4.55
Absolute Magnitude-0.06
Color Index (B-V)-0.05
Spectral ClassB9IVn
Variable StarNo