HYG 118487
HYG 118487 is a M-type (Red) star.
HYG 118487 lies approximately 47.8 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 47 years ago.
HYG 118487 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +11.93, HYG 118487 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 +1.470.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | M Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,470 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +11.93 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 11,10 |
| Entfernung | 47.8 ly |
Position
| Rektaszension | 7h 34,30m |
| Deklination | 0° 59,18′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HYG 118487?
HYG 118487 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 118487 from Earth?
HYG 118487 is approximately 47.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118487 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 11.93, HYG 118487 is not visible to the naked eye.