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HD 79917
K1IIIVela
HD 79917 is a K1III-type star located in the constellation of Vela. Sitting at a distance of approximately 225 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 4.92, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 45439.
Common NameHD 79917
HIP Catalog IDHIP 45439
ConstellationVela
Right Ascension9h 15m 36.7s
Declination-38° 34' 12"
Distance225 ly
Apparent Magnitude+4.92
Absolute Magnitude+0.73
Color Index (B-V)1.08
Spectral ClassK1III
Variable StarNo