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HD 72993
M0IIIVela
HD 72993 is a M0III-type star located in the constellation of Vela. Sitting at a distance of approximately 1,331 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 6.28, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 42070.
Common NameHD 72993
HIP Catalog IDHIP 42070
ConstellationVela
Right Ascension8h 34m 29.3s
Declination-37° 36' 40"
Distance1,331 ly
Apparent Magnitude+6.28
Absolute Magnitude-1.77
Color Index (B-V)1.56
Spectral ClassM0III
Variable StarNo