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HD 159968
M1IIHercules
HD 159968 is a M1II-type star located in the constellation of Hercules. Sitting at a distance of approximately 771 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 6.37, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 86153.
Common NameHD 159968
HIP Catalog IDHIP 86153
ConstellationHercules
Right Ascension17h 36m 21.4s
Declination+27° 33' 60"
Distance771 ly
Apparent Magnitude+6.37
Absolute Magnitude-0.50
Color Index (B-V)1.59
Spectral ClassM1II
Variable StarNo