Gliese 3991 (HIP 83945), a red main-sequence star in Stars

Gliese 3991 (HIP 83945) is a red main-sequence star (M3.5V) in Stars, 24 light years from Earth at magnitude 11.77.

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Gliese 3991 (HIP 83945)

Gliese 3991 is a red main-sequence star in the constellation Stars. At 24 light years away, it shines at an apparent visual magnitude of 11.77. Galactic velocity: 47.6 km/s. Galactic orbit: 18,699 24,429 light years from galactic center.

Sky position: RA 17h 9m, Dec +43° 40.9'

Spectral type: M3.5V

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