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HD 179957
G4V+...Cygnus
HD 179957 is a G4V+...-type star located in the constellation of Cygnus. Sitting at a distance of approximately 79.74 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 5.85, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 94336.
Common NameHD 179957
HIP Catalog IDHIP 94336
ConstellationCygnus
Right Ascension19h 12m 5.1s
Declination+49° 51' 21"
Distance79.74 ly
Apparent Magnitude+5.85
Absolute Magnitude+3.91
Color Index (B-V)0.67
Spectral ClassG4V+...
Variable StarNo