HYG 117977

HYG 117977 is a M-type (Red) star.

Located approximately 70.0 light-years from Earth, HYG 117977 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HYG 117977 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +12.49, HYG 117977 is a faint star that requires a telescope to observe. It is invisible to the naked eye and too dim for most binoculars. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.570.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse M Class M — M-type (Red)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,570

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +12.49
Absolute Helligkeit 10,83
Entfernung 70.0 ly

Position

Rektaszension 0h 17,47m
Deklination -8° 44,43′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HYG 117977?
HYG 117977 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 117977 from Earth?
HYG 117977 is approximately 70.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 117977 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 12.49, HYG 117977 is not visible to the naked eye.