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Rho For
G6IIIRho For · Fornax
Rho For is a G6III-type star located in the constellation of Fornax. Sitting at a distance of approximately 269 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 5.52, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 17738.
Common NameRho For
Bayer DesignationRho For
HIP Catalog IDHIP 17738
ConstellationFornax
Right Ascension3h 47m 56.0s
Declination-30° 10' 4"
Distance269 ly
Apparent Magnitude+5.52
Absolute Magnitude+0.94
Color Index (B-V)0.97
Spectral ClassG6III
Variable StarNo