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Alphard
K3III30Alp Hya · Hydra
Alphard is a K3III-type star located in the constellation of Hydra. Sitting at a distance of approximately 180 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 1.99, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 46390.
Common NameAlphard
Bayer Designation30Alp Hya
HIP Catalog IDHIP 46390
ConstellationHydra
Right Ascension9h 27m 35.2s
Declination-8° 39' 31"
Distance180 ly
Apparent Magnitude+1.99
Absolute Magnitude-1.72
Color Index (B-V)1.44
Spectral ClassK3III
Variable StarNo