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Bet Ara
K3Ib-IIBet Ara · Ara
Bet Ara is a K3Ib-II-type star located in the constellation of Ara. Sitting at a distance of approximately 646 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 2.84, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 85258.
Common NameBet Ara
Bayer DesignationBet Ara
HIP Catalog IDHIP 85258
ConstellationAra
Right Ascension17h 25m 18.0s
Declination-55° 31' 48"
Distance646 ly
Apparent Magnitude+2.84
Absolute Magnitude-3.64
Color Index (B-V)1.48
Spectral ClassK3Ib-II
Variable StarNo