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HD 49980
K3IIICanis Major
HD 49980 is a K3III-type star located in the constellation of Canis Major. Sitting at a distance of approximately 1,186 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 5.77, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 32809.
Common NameHD 49980
HIP Catalog IDHIP 32809
ConstellationCanis Major
Right Ascension6h 50m 21.8s
Declination-17° 5' 4"
Distance1,186 ly
Apparent Magnitude+5.77
Absolute Magnitude-2.03
Color Index (B-V)1.44
Spectral ClassK3III
Variable StarNo