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HD 159707
B8VScorpius
HD 159707 is a B8V-type star located in the constellation of Scorpius. Sitting at a distance of approximately 988 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 6.09, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 86311.
Common NameHD 159707
HIP Catalog IDHIP 86311
ConstellationScorpius
Right Ascension17h 38m 8.4s
Declination-42° 52' 49"
Distance988 ly
Apparent Magnitude+6.09
Absolute Magnitude-1.32
Color Index (B-V)-0.06
Spectral ClassB8V
Variable StarNo