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HD 42168
K1IIIPuppis
HD 42168 is a K1III-type star located in the constellation of Puppis. Sitting at a distance of approximately 368 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 6.48, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 28988.
Common NameHD 42168
HIP Catalog IDHIP 28988
ConstellationPuppis
Right Ascension6h 7m 1.9s
Declination-45° 5' 29"
Distance368 ly
Apparent Magnitude+6.48
Absolute Magnitude+1.22
Color Index (B-V)1.16
Spectral ClassK1III
Variable StarNo