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Rho2 Cancri

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For other star systems with this Bayer designation, see Rho Cancri.
ρ2 Cancri
Observation data
Epoch J2000.0      Equinox J2000.0
Constellation Cancer
Right ascension 08h55m39.7s
Declination +27°55′39″
Apparent magnitude (V) +5.23
Distance574 ± 85 ly
(176 ± 26 pc)
Spectral typeG8II-III
Other designations
58 Cancri, HR 3540, HD 76219, BD+28°1666, FK5 2705, HIP 43834, SAO 80511, GC 12326

Rho2 Cancri (ρ2 Cnc, ρ2 Cancri) is a star in the constellation Cancer.

ρ2 Cancri is a yellow G-type bright giant with an apparent magnitude of +5.23. It is approximately 574 light years from Earth.

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