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HD 47973
G8IIIPuppis
HD 47973 is a G8III-type star located in the constellation of Puppis. Sitting at a distance of approximately 477 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 5.05, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 31765.
Common NameHD 47973
HIP Catalog IDHIP 31765
ConstellationPuppis
Right Ascension6h 38m 37.6s
Declination-48° 13' 13"
Distance477 ly
Apparent Magnitude+5.05
Absolute Magnitude-0.78
Color Index (B-V)1.00
Spectral ClassG8III
Variable StarNo