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HD 158799
B9Ib/IIScorpius
HD 158799 is a B9Ib/II-type star located in the constellation of Scorpius. Sitting at a distance of approximately 1,517 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 5.84, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 85889.
Common NameHD 158799
HIP Catalog IDHIP 85889
ConstellationScorpius
Right Ascension17h 33m 7.4s
Declination-41° 10' 23"
Distance1,517 ly
Apparent Magnitude+5.84
Absolute Magnitude-2.50
Color Index (B-V)0.04
Spectral ClassB9Ib/II
Variable StarNo