HYG 118855

HYG 118855 is a M-type (Red) star.

Located approximately 66.0 light-years from Earth, HYG 118855 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HYG 118855 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +14.40, HYG 118855 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 +1.740.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse M Class M — M-type (Red)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,740

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +14.40
Absolute Helligkeit 12,87
Entfernung 66.0 ly

Position

Rektaszension 12h 55,94m
Deklination 50° 55,40′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HYG 118855?
HYG 118855 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 118855 from Earth?
HYG 118855 is approximately 66.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118855 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 14.40, HYG 118855 is not visible to the naked eye.