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HD 8599
G8IIICetus
HD 8599 is a G8III-type star located in the constellation of Cetus. Sitting at a distance of approximately 249 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 6.17, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 6605.
Common NameHD 8599
HIP Catalog IDHIP 6605
ConstellationCetus
Right Ascension1h 24m 48.7s
Declination-2° 50' 55"
Distance249 ly
Apparent Magnitude+6.17
Absolute Magnitude+1.76
Color Index (B-V)0.96
Spectral ClassG8III
Variable StarNo