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HD 156942
B8Ib/IIAra
HD 156942 is a B8Ib/II-type star located in the constellation of Ara. Sitting at a distance of approximately 889 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 5.76, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 85169.
Common NameHD 156942
HIP Catalog IDHIP 85169
ConstellationAra
Right Ascension17h 24m 18.8s
Declination-60° 40' 26"
Distance889 ly
Apparent Magnitude+5.76
Absolute Magnitude-1.42
Color Index (B-V)-0.07
Spectral ClassB8Ib/II
Variable StarNo