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HD 8779
K0IVCetus
HD 8779 is a K0IV-type star located in the constellation of Cetus. Sitting at a distance of approximately 815 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 6.42, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 6717.
Common NameHD 8779
HIP Catalog IDHIP 6717
ConstellationCetus
Right Ascension1h 26m 27.3s
Declination-0° 23' 57"
Distance815 ly
Apparent Magnitude+6.42
Absolute Magnitude-0.57
Color Index (B-V)1.24
Spectral ClassK0IV
Variable StarNo