HYG 118676
HYG 118676 is a M-type (Red) star located in the constellation Leo.
HYG 118676 lies approximately 16.0 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 16 years ago.
HYG 118676 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HYG 118676 has an apparent magnitude of +9.40, placing it beyond naked-eye visibility. A good pair of binoculars or a small telescope is required to observe this star. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.540.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,540 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +9.40 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 10,95 |
| Entfernung | 16.0 ly |
| Sternbild | Leo |
Position
| Rektaszension | 10h 19,61m |
| Deklination | 19° 52,22′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is HYG 118676?
HYG 118676 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 118676 from Earth?
HYG 118676 is approximately 16.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118676 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.40, HYG 118676 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HYG 118676 in?
HYG 118676 is located in the constellation Leo.