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HD 73340
B8 SiVela
HD 73340 is a B8 Si-type star located in the constellation of Vela. Sitting at a distance of approximately 446 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 5.79, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 42177.
Common NameHD 73340
HIP Catalog IDHIP 42177
ConstellationVela
Right Ascension8h 35m 52.0s
Declination-50° 58' 11"
Distance446 ly
Apparent Magnitude+5.79
Absolute Magnitude+0.11
Color Index (B-V)-0.13
Spectral ClassB8 Si
Variable StarNo