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Mira
M5e-M9e68Omi Cet · Cetus
Mira is a M5e-M9e-type star located in the constellation of Cetus. Sitting at a distance of approximately 299 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 6.47, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 10826.
Common NameMira
Bayer Designation68Omi Cet
HIP Catalog IDHIP 10826
ConstellationCetus
Right Ascension2h 19m 20.8s
Declination-2° 58' 40"
Distance299 ly
Apparent Magnitude+6.47
Absolute Magnitude+1.66
Color Index (B-V)0.97
Spectral ClassM5e-M9e
Variable StarNo