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The Ara
B2IbThe Ara · Ara
The Ara is a B2Ib-type star located in the constellation of Ara. Sitting at a distance of approximately 813 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 3.65, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 88714.
Common NameThe Ara
Bayer DesignationThe Ara
HIP Catalog IDHIP 88714
ConstellationAra
Right Ascension18h 6m 37.9s
Declination-50° 5' 29"
Distance813 ly
Apparent Magnitude+3.65
Absolute Magnitude-3.33
Color Index (B-V)-0.10
Spectral ClassB2Ib
Variable StarNo