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HD 142542
F3/F5VLupus
HD 142542 is a F3/F5V-type star located in the constellation of Lupus. Sitting at a distance of approximately 169 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 6.29, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 78058.
Common NameHD 142542
HIP Catalog IDHIP 78058
ConstellationLupus
Right Ascension15h 56m 14.0s
Declination-31° 47' 9"
Distance169 ly
Apparent Magnitude+6.29
Absolute Magnitude+2.72
Color Index (B-V)0.46
Spectral ClassF3/F5V
Variable StarNo