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HD 160668
K5IIIScorpius
HD 160668 is a K5III-type star located in the constellation of Scorpius. Sitting at a distance of approximately 690 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 5.53, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 86698.
Common NameHD 160668
HIP Catalog IDHIP 86698
ConstellationScorpius
Right Ascension17h 42m 51.1s
Declination-36° 56' 44"
Distance690 ly
Apparent Magnitude+5.53
Absolute Magnitude-1.10
Color Index (B-V)1.55
Spectral ClassK5III
Variable StarNo