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HD 43899
K2IIIColumba
HD 43899 is a K2III-type star located in the constellation of Columba. Sitting at a distance of approximately 299 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 5.54, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 29842.
Common NameHD 43899
HIP Catalog IDHIP 29842
ConstellationColumba
Right Ascension6h 17m 1.2s
Declination-37° 44' 15"
Distance299 ly
Apparent Magnitude+5.54
Absolute Magnitude+0.73
Color Index (B-V)1.13
Spectral ClassK2III
Variable StarNo