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Mirfak
F5Ib33Alp Per · Perseus
Mirfak is a F5Ib-type star located in the constellation of Perseus. Sitting at a distance of approximately 506 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 1.79, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 15863.
Common NameMirfak
Bayer Designation33Alp Per
HIP Catalog IDHIP 15863
ConstellationPerseus
Right Ascension3h 24m 19.4s
Declination+49° 51' 40"
Distance506 ly
Apparent Magnitude+1.79
Absolute Magnitude-4.17
Color Index (B-V)0.48
Spectral ClassF5Ib
Variable StarNo