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HD 118799
K2/K3IIICentaurus
HD 118799 is a K2/K3III-type star located in the constellation of Centaurus. Sitting at a distance of approximately 496 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 5.61, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 66656.
Common NameHD 118799
HIP Catalog IDHIP 66656
ConstellationCentaurus
Right Ascension13h 39m 48.6s
Declination-40° 3' 6"
Distance496 ly
Apparent Magnitude+5.61
Absolute Magnitude-0.30
Color Index (B-V)1.30
Spectral ClassK2/K3III
Variable StarNo