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Kap Cen
B2IVKap Cen · Centaurus
Kap Cen is a B2IV-type star located in the constellation of Centaurus. Sitting at a distance of approximately 383 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 3.13, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 73334.
Common NameKap Cen
Bayer DesignationKap Cen
HIP Catalog IDHIP 73334
ConstellationCentaurus
Right Ascension14h 59m 9.7s
Declination-42° 6' 15"
Distance383 ly
Apparent Magnitude+3.13
Absolute Magnitude-2.22
Color Index (B-V)-0.21
Spectral ClassB2IV
Variable StarNo