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HD 140979
K2/K3IIINorma
HD 140979 is a K2/K3III-type star located in the constellation of Norma. Sitting at a distance of approximately 654 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 6.05, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 77454.
Common NameHD 140979
HIP Catalog IDHIP 77454
ConstellationNorma
Right Ascension15h 48m 50.4s
Declination-52° 26' 18"
Distance654 ly
Apparent Magnitude+6.05
Absolute Magnitude-0.46
Color Index (B-V)1.39
Spectral ClassK2/K3III
Variable StarNo