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HD 73952
B8VnVela
HD 73952 is a B8Vn-type star located in the constellation of Vela. Sitting at a distance of approximately 524 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 6.45, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 42400.
Common NameHD 73952
HIP Catalog IDHIP 42400
ConstellationVela
Right Ascension8h 38m 44.8s
Declination-53° 5' 25"
Distance524 ly
Apparent Magnitude+6.45
Absolute Magnitude+0.42
Color Index (B-V)-0.10
Spectral ClassB8Vn
Variable StarNo