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HD 162724
B9IV/VScorpius
HD 162724 is a B9IV/V-type star located in the constellation of Scorpius. Sitting at a distance of approximately 1,029 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 6.00, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 87616.
Common NameHD 162724
HIP Catalog IDHIP 87616
ConstellationScorpius
Right Ascension17h 53m 54.8s
Declination-34° 45' 10"
Distance1,029 ly
Apparent Magnitude+6.00
Absolute Magnitude-1.50
Color Index (B-V)-0.06
Spectral ClassB9IV/V
Variable StarNo