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Eta Hya

HIP 42799; Eta Hya; 7 Hya Star Hydra (Hya) Visible Level 2 Small telescope (4")
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Physical Properties

Magnitude 4.30
Range 4.27 - 4.33
Period 4.1 hours
Variable Type Beta Cephei (Pulsating)
Spectral Type B3V
Star Color Blue (B-V -0.20)

Position & Identifiers

RA 08h 43m 13.5s
Dec +03° 23' 55.0"
Constellation Hydra (Hya)
HR 3454
HIP 42799
Bayer Eta
Flamsteed 7 Hya
Variable ID Eta Hya

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Beta C 4.27 - 4.33V, 0.17d.

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