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HD 23978
K5IIIEridanus
HD 23978 is a K5III-type star located in the constellation of Eridanus. Sitting at a distance of approximately 593 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 5.81, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 17798.
Common NameHD 23978
HIP Catalog IDHIP 17798
ConstellationEridanus
Right Ascension3h 48m 35.7s
Declination-20° 54' 11"
Distance593 ly
Apparent Magnitude+5.81
Absolute Magnitude-0.49
Color Index (B-V)1.60
Spectral ClassK5III
Variable StarNo