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HD 85953
B2VVela
HD 85953 is a B2V-type star located in the constellation of Vela. Sitting at a distance of approximately 2,297 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 5.95, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 48527.
Common NameHD 85953
HIP Catalog IDHIP 48527
ConstellationVela
Right Ascension9h 53m 50.1s
Declination-51° 8' 48"
Distance2,297 ly
Apparent Magnitude+5.95
Absolute Magnitude-3.29
Color Index (B-V)-0.15
Spectral ClassB2V
Variable StarNo