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HD 158996
K5IIIUrsa Minor
HD 158996 is a K5III-type star located in the constellation of Ursa Minor. Sitting at a distance of approximately 959 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 5.74, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 84769.
Common NameHD 158996
HIP Catalog IDHIP 84769
ConstellationUrsa Minor
Right Ascension17h 19m 37.1s
Declination+80° 8' 11"
Distance959 ly
Apparent Magnitude+5.74
Absolute Magnitude-1.60
Color Index (B-V)1.50
Spectral ClassK5III
Variable StarNo