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Rasalgethi
M5IIvar64Alp1Her · Hercules
Rasalgethi is a M5IIvar-type star located in the constellation of Hercules. Sitting at a distance of approximately 360 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 2.78, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 84345.
Common NameRasalgethi
Bayer Designation64Alp1Her
HIP Catalog IDHIP 84345
ConstellationHercules
Right Ascension17h 14m 38.9s
Declination+14° 23' 25"
Distance360 ly
Apparent Magnitude+2.78
Absolute Magnitude-2.43
Color Index (B-V)1.16
Spectral ClassM5IIvar
Variable StarNo