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HD 159082
B9.5VOphiuchus
HD 159082 is a B9.5V-type star located in the constellation of Ophiuchus. Sitting at a distance of approximately 441 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 6.42, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 85826.
Common NameHD 159082
HIP Catalog IDHIP 85826
ConstellationOphiuchus
Right Ascension17h 32m 14.9s
Declination+11° 55' 48"
Distance441 ly
Apparent Magnitude+6.42
Absolute Magnitude+0.76
Color Index (B-V)-0.01
Spectral ClassB9.5V
Variable StarNo