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Asterope
B8V21 Tau · Taurus
Asterope is a B8V-type star located in the constellation of Taurus. Sitting at a distance of approximately 372 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 5.76, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 17579.
Common NameAsterope
Bayer Designation21 Tau
HIP Catalog IDHIP 17579
ConstellationTaurus
Right Ascension3h 45m 54.5s
Declination+24° 33' 16"
Distance372 ly
Apparent Magnitude+5.76
Absolute Magnitude+0.47
Color Index (B-V)-0.04
Spectral ClassB8V
Variable StarNo