HYG 118220
HYG 118220 is a M-type (Red) star located in the constellation Taurus.
HYG 118220 lies approximately 42.4 light-years from Earth, placing it within the Sun's local stellar neighborhood. This relatively short cosmic distance means the light reaching us today departed the star only about 42 years ago.
HYG 118220 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +14.70, HYG 118220 is a faint star that requires a telescope to observe. It is invisible to the naked eye and too dim for most binoculars.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | M Class M — M-type (Red) |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +14.70 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 14,13 |
| Entfernung | 42.4 ly |
| Sternbild | Taurus |
Position
| Rektaszension | 3h 25,70m |
| Deklination | 5° 51,95′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HYG 118220?
HYG 118220 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 118220 from Earth?
HYG 118220 is approximately 42.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118220 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 14.70, HYG 118220 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HYG 118220 in?
HYG 118220 is located in the constellation Taurus.