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HD 21179
M2IIICassiopeia
HD 21179 is a M2III-type star located in the constellation of Cassiopeia. Sitting at a distance of approximately 856 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 16319.
Common NameHD 21179
HIP Catalog IDHIP 16319
ConstellationCassiopeia
Right Ascension3h 30m 19.4s
Declination+71° 51' 50"
Distance856 ly
Apparent Magnitude+6.37
Absolute Magnitude-0.72
Color Index (B-V)1.77
Spectral ClassM2III
Variable StarNo