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Kap Ara
K1IIIKap Ara · Ara
Kap Ara is a K1III-type star located in the constellation of Ara. Sitting at a distance of approximately 456 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 5.19, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 85312.
Common NameKap Ara
Bayer DesignationKap Ara
HIP Catalog IDHIP 85312
ConstellationAra
Right Ascension17h 26m 0.0s
Declination-50° 38' 1"
Distance456 ly
Apparent Magnitude+5.19
Absolute Magnitude-0.54
Color Index (B-V)1.05
Spectral ClassK1III
Variable StarNo