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HD 161056
B1.5VOphiuchus
HD 161056 is a B1.5V-type star located in the constellation of Ophiuchus. Sitting at a distance of approximately 1,087 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 6.30, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 86768.
Common NameHD 161056
HIP Catalog IDHIP 86768
ConstellationOphiuchus
Right Ascension17h 43m 47.0s
Declination-7° 4' 47"
Distance1,087 ly
Apparent Magnitude+6.30
Absolute Magnitude-1.31
Color Index (B-V)0.32
Spectral ClassB1.5V
Variable StarNo