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HD 68553
K4IIIPuppis
HD 68553 is a K4III-type star located in the constellation of Puppis. Sitting at a distance of approximately 1,699 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 4.44, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 40091.
Common NameHD 68553
HIP Catalog IDHIP 40091
ConstellationPuppis
Right Ascension8h 11m 21.5s
Declination-39° 37' 7"
Distance1,699 ly
Apparent Magnitude+4.44
Absolute Magnitude-4.14
Color Index (B-V)1.59
Spectral ClassK4III
Variable StarNo