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HD 159501
K1III:Hercules
HD 159501 is a K1III:-type star located in the constellation of Hercules. Sitting at a distance of approximately 325 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 5.72, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 85888.
Common NameHD 159501
HIP Catalog IDHIP 85888
ConstellationHercules
Right Ascension17h 33m 7.3s
Declination+41° 14' 36"
Distance325 ly
Apparent Magnitude+5.72
Absolute Magnitude+0.73
Color Index (B-V)1.09
Spectral ClassK1III:
Variable StarNo